Kandwel - Raver, Jalgaon
Kandwel is a village situated in the Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raver and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kandwel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandwel is 526950. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.17 hectares and falls under the 425507 pincode. Raver is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kandwel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandwel
As per Census 2011, Kandwel village has a total population of 1,891 people, consisting of 1,004 males and 887 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,276 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandwel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 1,004 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 135 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 754 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 250 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Kandwel
Kandwel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golwade | West | 2.03 km |
| Shingadi | North | 2.06 km |
| Panchane | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Kolode | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Mondhalde | East | 2.60 km |
| Bhamalwadi | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Dhamodi | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Puri | West | 3.58 km |
| Waghadi | North | 3.62 km |
| Mel Sangave | South-East | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandwel
Kandwel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimbhora, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 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 Raver to Kandwel is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kandwel is about 65 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 Kandwel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandwel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandwel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandwel 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandwel
Where is Kandwel located?
Kandwel village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandwel?
Kandwel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandwel?
The pincode of Kandwel is 425507.
What is the population of Kandwel?
Kandwel has a total population of 1,891, including 1,004 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Kandwel?
There are 392 households in Kandwel.
What is the literacy rate in Kandwel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandwel is 67.48%. Male literacy is 75.10% and female literacy is 58.85%.