Molwan - Ahmadpur, Latur
Molwan is a village situated in the Ahmadpur tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ahmadpur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Molwan village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molwan is 560292. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.31 hectares and falls under the 413515 pincode. Ahamandpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Molwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Molwan
According to the 2011 Census, Molwan village had a total population of 853 people, including 426 males and 427 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 58.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 853 | 426 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 311 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 115 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Molwan
Molwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hingangaon | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Kolwadi | East | 2.47 km |
| Devkara | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Pimpaldari | North | 3.49 km |
| Dagadwadi | South | 4.04 km |
| Wagdari | West | 4.19 km |
| Kingaon | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Chikhali | East | 5.84 km |
| Mohgaon | South | 5.87 km |
| Nilanaik Tanda | North | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molwan
Molwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pangaon, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahamandpur to Molwan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Molwan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molwan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Molwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Molwan
Where is Molwan located?
Molwan village is located in Ahmadpur Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Molwan?
Molwan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molwan?
The pincode of Molwan is 413515.
What is the population of Molwan?
Molwan had a total population of 853, including 426 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Molwan?
Molwan had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molwan was 70.86%. Male literacy was 83.16% and female literacy was 58.56%.