Abhona - Kalwan, Nashik
Abhona is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Abhona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abhona is 549878. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.94 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Abhona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abhona
As per Census 2011, Abhona village has a total population of 5,863 people, consisting of 2,993 males and 2,870 females. The village has 1,268 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,541 literate and 1,322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abhona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,863 | 2,993 | 2,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 339 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 233 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,875 | 944 | 931 |
| Literate Population | 4,541 | 2,394 | 2,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,322 | 599 | 723 |
Nearby Villages of Abhona
Abhona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahyane Pale | East | 1.48 km |
| Gosrane | North | 1.60 km |
| Vanjari | South | 1.70 km |
| Vithewadipale | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Dattanagar | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Barde | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Bhagurdi | West | 2.32 km |
| Jaipur | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Belbare | North | 3.17 km |
| Savaki Pale | South-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abhona
Abhona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Abhona is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abhona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abhona 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 Abhona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abhona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abhona
Where is Abhona located?
Abhona village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abhona?
Abhona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abhona?
The pincode of Abhona is 423502.
What is the population of Abhona?
Abhona has a total population of 5,863, including 2,993 males and 2,870 females.
How many households are there in Abhona?
There are 1,268 households in Abhona.
What is the literacy rate in Abhona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abhona is 77.45%. Male literacy is 79.99% and female literacy is 74.81%.