Kalwad - Shegaon, Buldhana
Kalwad is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Shegaon and around 73 km from Buldana. Bhastan serves as the Village Panchayat for Kalwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalwad is 528397. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.6 hectares and falls under the 443404 pincode. Nandura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khamgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kalwad village had a total population of 546 people, including 280 males and 266 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 91.10% and female literacy at 75.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 215 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 65 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kalwad
Kalwad 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 Kalwad
Public transport in the Kalwad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nandura to Kalwad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Kalwad is about 73 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 Kalwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalwad
Where is Kalwad located?
Kalwad village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kalwad?
The Village Panchayat of Kalwad is Bhastan.
What is the pincode of Kalwad?
The pincode of Kalwad is 443404.
What is the population of Kalwad?
Kalwad had a total population of 546, including 280 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kalwad?
Kalwad had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalwad was 83.23%. Male literacy was 91.10% and female literacy was 75.11%.