Macharatwadi - Nilanga, Latur
Macharatwadi is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Dhoblewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Macharatwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Macharatwadi is 560724. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.69 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Macharatwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Macharatwadi
As per Census 2011, Macharatwadi village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 215 males and 183 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Macharatwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 215 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 174 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 41 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Macharatwadi
Macharatwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Macharatwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Macharatwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nilanga to Macharatwadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Macharatwadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Macharatwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Macharatwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Macharatwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Macharatwadi 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 Macharatwadi
Where is Macharatwadi located?
Macharatwadi village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Macharatwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Macharatwadi is Dhoblewadi.
What is the pincode of Macharatwadi?
The pincode of Macharatwadi is 413521.
What is the population of Macharatwadi?
Macharatwadi has a total population of 398, including 215 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Macharatwadi?
There are 89 households in Macharatwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Macharatwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Macharatwadi is 78.14%. Male literacy is 80.93% and female literacy is 74.86%.