Piwashi - Murtijapur, Akola
Piwashi is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Khodad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piwashi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piwashi is 530241. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Piwashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piwashi
As per Census 2011, Piwashi village has a total population of 3 people, consisting of 2 males and 1 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. The village has 3 literate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piwashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Piwashi
Piwashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandura | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Pota | West | 1.37 km |
| Ramtek | South | 1.75 km |
| Bahadarpur | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Sonori | North | 2.47 km |
| Khodad | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Sikandarpur | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Nawasal | South | 3.49 km |
| Girdharpur | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Hiwara Korde | North-West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piwashi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Piwashi. The nearest railway station is Mandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Piwashi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Piwashi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piwashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piwashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piwashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piwashi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piwashi
Where is Piwashi located?
Piwashi village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piwashi?
The Gram Panchayat of Piwashi is Khodad.
What is the pincode of Piwashi?
The pincode of Piwashi is 444106.
What is the population of Piwashi?
Piwashi has a total population of 3, including 2 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Piwashi?
There are 2 households in Piwashi.
What is the literacy rate in Piwashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piwashi is 100.00%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 100.00%.