Mundwadi - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Mundwadi is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Kannad and around 70 km from Aurangabad. Mundwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundwadi is 548333. The village covers a total geographical area of 1520 hectares and falls under the 431103 pincode. Kannad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mundwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundwadi
As per Census 2011, Mundwadi village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 936 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,275 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 1,015 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,275 | 785 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 230 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Mundwadi
Mundwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamdi (ghat) | West | 2.18 km |
| Wadner Tanda | West | 3.15 km |
| Sirjapur | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Telwadi | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Amba | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Rail Navadi | East | 4.86 km |
| Andhaner | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Kolwadi | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Gudma | South-West | 5.58 km |
| Boltek | South | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundwadi
Mundwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hirapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 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 Kannad to Mundwadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Mundwadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundwadi 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mundwadi
Where is Mundwadi located?
Mundwadi village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundwadi?
Mundwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundwadi?
The pincode of Mundwadi is 431103.
What is the population of Mundwadi?
Mundwadi has a total population of 1,951, including 1,015 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Mundwadi?
There are 381 households in Mundwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Mundwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundwadi is 65.35%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 52.35%.