Kamatwadi - Amalner, Jalgaon
Kamatwadi is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kamatvadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Kamatwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamatwadi is 527395. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 425105 pincode. Dharangaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kamatwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamatwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kamatwadi village had a total population of 707 people, including 347 males and 360 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 64.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 707 | 347 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 63 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 263 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 84 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kamatwadi
Kamatwadi 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 Kamatwadi
Public transport in the Kamatwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kamatwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharangaon to Kamatwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kamatwadi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamatwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamatwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kamatwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamatwadi 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 Kamatwadi
Where is Kamatwadi located?
Kamatwadi village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kamatwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Kamatwadi is Kamatvadi.
What is the pincode of Kamatwadi?
The pincode of Kamatwadi is 425105.
What is the population of Kamatwadi?
Kamatwadi had a total population of 707, including 347 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Kamatwadi?
Kamatwadi had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamatwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamatwadi was 75.08%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 64.22%.