Marwad - Amalner, Jalgaon
Marwad is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Marwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marwad is 527416. The village covers a total geographical area of 790.86 hectares and falls under the 425402 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Marwad 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 Marwad
As per Census 2011, Marwad village has a total population of 3,538 people, consisting of 1,832 males and 1,706 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,550 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 366 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,538 | 1,832 | 1,706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 200 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 244 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 177 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 2,550 | 1,439 | 1,111 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 393 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Marwad
Marwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govardhan | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Borgaon | West | 2.37 km |
| Dhanore | South | 2.42 km |
| Ambare | East | 2.58 km |
| Karan Khede | East | 2.74 km |
| Pragane Dangari | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Bhortek | West | 3.94 km |
| Dhar | South | 4.18 km |
| Khedi Bk. Pr. Dangri | West | 4.45 km |
| Anturli | South-East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marwad
Marwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Marwad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Marwad is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Marwad
Where is Marwad located?
Marwad village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marwad?
Marwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marwad?
The pincode of Marwad is 425402.
What is the population of Marwad?
Marwad has a total population of 3,538, including 1,832 males and 1,706 females.
How many households are there in Marwad?
There are 796 households in Marwad.
What is the literacy rate in Marwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marwad is 72.07%. Male literacy is 78.55% and female literacy is 65.12%.