Nilawande - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Nilawande is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Sangamner and around 96 km from Ahmadnagar. Nilwande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilawande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilawande is 557349. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070 hectares and falls under the 422605 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nilawande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nilawande
As per Census 2011, Nilawande village has a total population of 2,624 people, consisting of 1,317 males and 1,307 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,860 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nilawande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,624 | 1,317 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 165 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 170 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,860 | 1,002 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 315 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Nilawande
Nilawande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malegaon Haweli | South | 1.90 km |
| Karule | North | 2.69 km |
| Pokhari Haweli | West | 2.81 km |
| Kokangaon | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Wadgaon Pan | South | 3.89 km |
| Shiwapur | East | 4.19 km |
| Kuran | West | 4.72 km |
| Tigaon | North | 5.20 km |
| Paregaon Kh. | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Kauthe Kamaleshwar | North-East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilawande
Nilawande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangamner to Nilawande is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Nilawande is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilawande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilawande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nilawande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilawande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilawande
Where is Nilawande located?
Nilawande village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilawande?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilawande is Nilwande.
What is the pincode of Nilawande?
The pincode of Nilawande is 422605.
What is the population of Nilawande?
Nilawande has a total population of 2,624, including 1,317 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Nilawande?
There are 500 households in Nilawande.
What is the literacy rate in Nilawande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilawande is 70.88%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 65.65%.