Amalwadi - Chopda, Jalgaon
Amalwadi is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Umarti serves as the Village Panchayat for Amalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amalwadi is 526634. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 425108 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Amalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Amalwadi village had a total population of 705 people, including 364 males and 341 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.51%, with male literacy at 52.94% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 699.
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 | 705 | 364 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 361 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 153 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 211 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Amalwadi
Amalwadi 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 Amalwadi
Public transport in the Amalwadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Amalwadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Amalwadi is about 72 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 Amalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amalwadi
Where is Amalwadi located?
Amalwadi village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Amalwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Amalwadi is Umarti.
What is the pincode of Amalwadi?
The pincode of Amalwadi is 425108.
What is the population of Amalwadi?
Amalwadi had a total population of 705, including 364 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Amalwadi?
Amalwadi had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amalwadi was 47.51%. Male literacy was 52.94% and female literacy was 41.76%.