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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nawandi village had a total population of 1,309 people, including 677 males and 632 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 59.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Nawandi?
Nawandi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawandi?
The pincode of Nawandi is 431722.
What is the population of Nawandi?
Nawandi had a total population of 1,309, including 677 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Nawandi?
Nawandi had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawandi was 70.85%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 59.41%.