Nawandi - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Nawandi is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Nawandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawandi is 545175. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.97 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nawandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawandi
As per Census 2011, Nawandi village has a total population of 1,309 people, consisting of 677 males and 632 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 677 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 179 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 505 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 172 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Nawandi
Nawandi 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 Nawandi
Nawandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mukhed to Nawandi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Nawandi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawandi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nawandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawandi
Where is Nawandi located?
Nawandi village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawandi?
Nawandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawandi?
The pincode of Nawandi is 431722.
What is the population of Nawandi?
Nawandi has a total population of 1,309, including 677 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Nawandi?
There are 279 households in Nawandi.
What is the literacy rate in Nawandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawandi is 64.63%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 53.96%.