Kelwad - Savner, Nagpur
Kelwad is a village situated in the Savner tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savner and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Kelwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelwad is 535212. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.45 hectares and falls under the 441112 pincode. Savner is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kelwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelwad
As per Census 2011, Kelwad village has a total population of 7,277 people, consisting of 3,723 males and 3,554 females. The village has 1,685 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 647 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,620 literate and 1,657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,277 | 3,723 | 3,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 647 | 339 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 375 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 5,620 | 3,048 | 2,572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 675 | 982 |
Nearby Villages of Kelwad
Kelwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampuri | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Ashti Kh. | East | 2.28 km |
| Jaitgad | North | 2.90 km |
| Ashti Bk. | East | 2.96 km |
| Jakhewada(rithi) | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Pohana(rithi) | South | 3.15 km |
| Parsodi | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Raibasa | West | 4.00 km |
| Hattisarra | East | 4.06 km |
| Kawatha | North-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelwad
Kelwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kelod, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savner to Kelwad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Kelwad is about 45 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 Kelwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kelwad
Where is Kelwad located?
Kelwad village is located in Savner Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelwad?
Kelwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kelwad?
The pincode of Kelwad is 441112.
What is the population of Kelwad?
Kelwad has a total population of 7,277, including 3,723 males and 3,554 females.
How many households are there in Kelwad?
There are 1,685 households in Kelwad.
What is the literacy rate in Kelwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelwad is 77.23%. Male literacy is 81.87% and female literacy is 72.37%.