Handewadi - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Handewadi is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Kopargaon and around 120 km from Ahmadnagar. Handewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handewadi is 557505. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Handewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handewadi
As per Census 2011, Handewadi village has a total population of 911 people, consisting of 488 males and 423 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 488 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 363 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 125 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Handewadi
Handewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahiwadi | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Karwadi | East | 2.85 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Manjur | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Ujjani | West | 3.31 km |
| Karwadi | South | 3.41 km |
| Mahajanpur | West | 4.08 km |
| Baktarpur | North | 4.32 km |
| Bharatpur | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Velapur | East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handewadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Handewadi. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kopargaon to Handewadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Handewadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Handewadi
Where is Handewadi located?
Handewadi village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handewadi?
Handewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Handewadi?
The pincode of Handewadi is 423603.
What is the population of Handewadi?
Handewadi has a total population of 911, including 488 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Handewadi?
There are 147 households in Handewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Handewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handewadi is 69.05%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 62.88%.