Mandwa - Lonar, Buldhana
Mandwa is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from Lonar and around 90 km from Buldana. Mandwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandwa is 529505. The village covers a total geographical area of 1212 hectares and falls under the 443202 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandwa
As per Census 2011, Mandwa village has a total population of 2,430 people, consisting of 1,249 males and 1,181 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,650 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,249 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 189 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 282 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,650 | 936 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 313 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Mandwa
Mandwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mandwa
Mandwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lonar to Mandwa is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Mandwa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandwa
Where is Mandwa located?
Mandwa village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandwa?
Mandwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandwa?
The pincode of Mandwa is 443202.
What is the population of Mandwa?
Mandwa has a total population of 2,430, including 1,249 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Mandwa?
There are 564 households in Mandwa.
What is the literacy rate in Mandwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandwa is 67.90%. Male literacy is 74.94% and female literacy is 60.46%.