Sulwadi - Raver, Jalgaon
Sulwadi is a village situated in the Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raver and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Sulwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulwadi is 526948. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.31 hectares and falls under the 425507 pincode. Raver is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sulwadi 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 Sulwadi
As per Census 2011, Sulwadi village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 408 males and 380 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 586 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 408 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 328 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 80 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sulwadi
Sulwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolode | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Dhamodi | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Mendhode | East | 1.88 km |
| Ainpur | North | 2.26 km |
| Shemalde | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Mondhalde | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Shingadi | West | 3.60 km |
| Waghadi | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Panchane | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kandwel | South-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sulwadi
Sulwadi 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 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raver to Sulwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Sulwadi is about 75 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 Sulwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sulwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulwadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sulwadi
Where is Sulwadi located?
Sulwadi village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulwadi?
Sulwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sulwadi?
The pincode of Sulwadi is 425507.
What is the population of Sulwadi?
Sulwadi has a total population of 788, including 408 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Sulwadi?
There are 187 households in Sulwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sulwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulwadi is 74.37%. Male literacy is 80.39% and female literacy is 67.89%.