Guwalad
Guwalad is a village located in Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gangdhar (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Keloo Khera is the gram panchayat of Guwalad village.
Here you can discover what makes Guwalad unique in its vibrant Gangdhar-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Guwalad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guwalad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guwalad is 105263. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326516. Bhawani Mandi is nearest town to Guwalad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.
When it comes to local governance, Guwalad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Guwalad
Population of Guwalad
According to the 2011 Census, Guwalad has a total population of about 708, with approximately 364 males and 344 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 271 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.49%, with male literacy at about 54.40% and female literacy near 34.01%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guwalad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 708 | 364 | 344 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 141 | 130 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 315 | 198 | 117 |
Illiterate Population | 393 | 166 | 227 |
Connectivity of Guwalad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guwalad. As per the 2011 stats, Guwalad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guwalad
Knowing the nearby villages of Guwalad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guwalad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guwalad
- Where is Guwalad located?
- Guwalad village is situated in Gangdhar Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guwalad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guwalad is Keloo Khera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guwalad?
- The pincode of Guwalad is 326516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guwalad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guwalad is 708, with 364 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Guwalad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guwalad village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guwalad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guwalad is 44.49%. The male literacy rate is 54.40%, while the female literacy rate is 34.01%.