Gunja

Gunja is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Dubalwel is the gram panchayat of Gunja village.

Gunja has its own place in the vibrant Washim region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gunja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gunja is 530632. The village spans a total geographical area of 595 hectares. Washim is nearest town to Gunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Gunja

Below is a concise population overview of Gunja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 820 450 370
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 63 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 289 151 138
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 556 343 213
Illiterate Population 264 107 157

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gunja village:

  • The total population of Gunja village is around 820, including approximately 450 males and 370 females, with a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Gunja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gunja village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gunja village is about 67.80%, with male literacy at 76.22% and female literacy at 57.57%.
  • There are around 212 households in Gunja village.

Connectivity of Gunja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gunja. As per the 2011 stats, Gunja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gunja

Knowing the nearby villages of Gunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gunja.

Umardari Wardari Bk Jaulka Jamkhed Dubalwel Jodgavhan Ramnagar Davha Nagartas Bordi Khirda

Frequently Asked Questions about Gunja

Where is Gunja located?
Gunja village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunja?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunja is Dubalwel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gunja is 820, with 450 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gunja village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gunja is 67.80%. The male literacy rate is 76.22%, while the female literacy rate is 57.57%.