Nelwad
Nelwad is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Nelwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nelwad unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur region. You’ll see Nelwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nelwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nelwad is 560881. The village spans a total geographical area of 1372.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413607. Latur is nearest town to Nelwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nelwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nelwad
Population of Nelwad
According to the 2011 Census, Nelwad has a total population of about 3,314, with approximately 1,689 males and 1,625 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 451 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 358 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.91%, with male literacy at about 62.94% and female literacy near 48.62%. There are around 626 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nelwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,314 | 1,689 | 1,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 237 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,853 | 1,063 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 626 | 835 |
Connectivity of Nelwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nelwad. As per the 2011 stats, Nelwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nelwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Nelwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nelwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nelwad
- Where is Nelwad located?
- Nelwad village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nelwad?
- Nelwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nelwad?
- The pincode of Nelwad is 413607, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nelwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nelwad is 3,314, with 1,689 males and 1,625 females.
- How many households are there in Nelwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nelwad village has a total of 626 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nelwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nelwad is 55.91%. The male literacy rate is 62.94%, while the female literacy rate is 48.62%.