Maskawad Sim - Raver, Jalgaon
Maskawad Sim 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 46 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Maskawad Sim village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maskawad Sim is 526922. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.44 hectares and falls under the 425502 pincode. Savda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Maskawad Sim 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 Maskawad Sim
As per Census 2011, Maskawad Sim village has a total population of 1,949 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 946 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,570 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maskawad Sim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,949 | 1,003 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 98 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 125 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,570 | 839 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 164 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Maskawad Sim
Maskawad Sim 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maskawad Bk. | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Waghode Kh | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Kochur Bk. | North | 3.30 km |
| Waghode Bk. | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Andalwadi | East | 3.47 km |
| Sunode | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Gate | South | 3.87 km |
| Dasanur | East | 4.02 km |
| Kochur Kh. | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Borkhede Sim | North | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maskawad Sim
Maskawad Sim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savda to Maskawad Sim is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Maskawad Sim is about 46 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 Maskawad Sim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maskawad Sim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maskawad Sim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maskawad Sim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maskawad Sim
Where is Maskawad Sim located?
Maskawad Sim village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maskawad Sim?
Maskawad Sim is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maskawad Sim?
The pincode of Maskawad Sim is 425502.
What is the population of Maskawad Sim?
Maskawad Sim has a total population of 1,949, including 1,003 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Maskawad Sim?
There are 565 households in Maskawad Sim.
What is the literacy rate in Maskawad Sim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maskawad Sim is 80.55%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 77.27%.