Rotwad - Jamner, Jalgaon
Rotwad is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Morgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rotwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rotwad is 528047. The village covers a total geographical area of 1824.5 hectares and falls under the 425114 pincode. Jalgaon is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Rotwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rotwad
According to the 2011 Census, Rotwad village had a total population of 1,969 people, including 1,017 males and 952 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.81%, with male literacy at 86.55% and female literacy at 68.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 1,969 | 1,017 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 147 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 1,336 | 753 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 264 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Rotwad
Rotwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonwadi Kh | West | 4.34 km |
| Nandre Pr.lohare | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Sarve Pr.lohare | East | 4.67 km |
| Savatkhede | East | 4.69 km |
| Lohara | South | 4.93 km |
| Varad Kh. | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Mohadi | North-East | 5.60 km |
| Nachan Khede | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Kasampura | South | 6.11 km |
| Bhilkheda | East | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rotwad
Rotwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhasavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| 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 Jalgaon to Rotwad is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rotwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rotwad 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 Rotwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rotwad 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 Rotwad
Where is Rotwad located?
Rotwad village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rotwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Rotwad is Morgaon.
What is the pincode of Rotwad?
The pincode of Rotwad is 425114.
What is the population of Rotwad?
Rotwad had a total population of 1,969, including 1,017 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Rotwad?
Rotwad had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rotwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rotwad was 77.81%. Male literacy was 86.55% and female literacy was 68.83%.