Materewadi - Dindori, Nashik
Materewadi is a village situated in the Dindori tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dindori and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Materewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Materewadi is 550652. The village covers a total geographical area of 1622 hectares and falls under the 422209 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Materewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Materewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Materewadi village had a total population of 4,338 people, including 2,226 males and 2,112 females, living in 800 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.59%, with male literacy at 89.21% and female literacy at 75.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 997.
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 | 4,338 | 2,226 | 2,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 280 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 997 | 501 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 3,165 | 1,736 | 1,429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 490 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Materewadi
Materewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bopegaon | East | 2.08 km |
| Rajapur | West | 2.30 km |
| Jopul | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Lokhandewadi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Varkhede | North | 4.14 km |
| Jaulakevani | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Sonjamb | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Ambevani | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Khedgaon | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Palkhed Bandhara | South-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Materewadi
Public transport in the Materewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khervadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.9 km.
| 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 Nashik to Materewadi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Materewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Materewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Materewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Materewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Materewadi
Where is Materewadi located?
Materewadi village is located in Dindori Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Materewadi?
Materewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Materewadi?
The pincode of Materewadi is 422209.
What is the population of Materewadi?
Materewadi had a total population of 4,338, including 2,226 males and 2,112 females.
How many households are there in Materewadi?
Materewadi had 800 households.
What is the literacy rate in Materewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Materewadi was 82.59%. Male literacy was 89.21% and female literacy was 75.77%.