Guwalda - Tapukara, Khairthal-Tijara
Guwalda is a village situated in the Tapukara tehsil of Khairthal-Tijara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Tijara and around 85 km from Alwar. Guwalda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwalda is 072252. The village covers a total geographical area of 1387.35 hectares and falls under the 301707 pincode. Bhiwadi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Guwalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tijara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guwalda
As per Census 2011, Guwalda village has a total population of 9,771 people, consisting of 5,071 males and 4,700 females. The village has 1,501 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,903 literate and 6,868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 854 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwalda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,771 | 5,071 | 4,700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,580 | 1,338 | 1,242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 854 | 470 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,903 | 2,140 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,868 | 2,931 | 3,937 |
Nearby Villages of Guwalda
Guwalda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandra | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Gandola | North | 2.74 km |
| Khorikala | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Ubarka | South | 3.04 km |
| Balesar | South | 3.22 km |
| Nimbhahedi | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Fakrudeenka | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Ladpuri | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Dholipahadi | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Khorikhurd | North-West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guwalda
Guwalda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumbhawas Munda, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwadi to Guwalda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Guwalda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guwalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwalda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Guwalda
Where is Guwalda located?
Guwalda village is located in Tapukara Tehsil, Khairthal-Tijara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwalda?
Guwalda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guwalda?
The pincode of Guwalda is 301707.
What is the population of Guwalda?
Guwalda has a total population of 9,771, including 5,071 males and 4,700 females.
How many households are there in Guwalda?
There are 1,501 households in Guwalda.
What is the literacy rate in Guwalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwalda is 29.71%. Male literacy is 42.20% and female literacy is 16.23%.