Holewadi - Karjat, Ahilyanagar
Holewadi is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Karjat and around 109 km from Ahmadnagar. Chilawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holewadi is 558618. The village covers a total geographical area of 1103 hectares and falls under the 414403 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 109 km away.
Holewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Holewadi village had a total population of 733 people, including 391 males and 342 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.11%, with male literacy at 83.43% and female literacy at 70.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 391 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 292 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 99 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Holewadi
Holewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chilvadi | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Gorewadi | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Alsunde | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Kangudwadi | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Hulgewadi | East | 5.61 km |
| Benwadi | North | 6.26 km |
| Korti | South-East | 6.51 km |
| Nimbe | North-East | 6.68 km |
| Dombalwadi | East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holewadi
Public transport in the Holewadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parewadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Holewadi is about 109 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Holewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Holewadi
Where is Holewadi located?
Holewadi village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Holewadi is Chilawadi.
What is the pincode of Holewadi?
The pincode of Holewadi is 414403.
What is the population of Holewadi?
Holewadi had a total population of 733, including 391 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Holewadi?
Holewadi had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holewadi was 77.11%. Male literacy was 83.43% and female literacy was 70.06%.