Gaundhala Village Overview
Gaundhala is a village in Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 30 km from Risod tehsil headquarters and around 47 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Goundhala is the Gram Panchayat for Gaundhala village.
The sections below provide essential information about Gaundhala village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaundhala is 531279. The village covers a geographical area of 922.28 hectares and has a pincode of 444504. Mehkar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Location Map of Gaundhala
Population & Demographics of Gaundhala
This section provides population and demographic details of Gaundhala village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,248 | 664 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 177 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 836 | 495 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 169 | 243 |
Key population details of Gaundhala village are given below:
- Gaundhala village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,248, including approximately 664 males and 584 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 349 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Gaundhala village is good, with a literacy rate of about 66.99%.
- There are around 257 households in Gaundhala village.
Transport & Connectivity of Gaundhala
Transport facilities help residents of Gaundhala village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Gaundhala
The following villages are located close to Gaundhala and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaundhala
- Where is Gaundhala located?
- Gaundhala village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaundhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaundhala is Goundhala (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Gaundhala?
- The pincode of Gaundhala is 444504.
- What is the population of Gaundhala?
- Gaundhala has a total population of 1,248, including 664 males and 584 females.
- How many households are there in Gaundhala?
- There are 257 households in Gaundhala.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaundhala?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaundhala is 66.99%. Male literacy is 74.55% and female literacy is 58.39%.