Niwane - Kalwan, Nashik
Niwane is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nivane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niwane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niwane is 549919. The village covers a total geographical area of 2210 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Niwane 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 Niwane
As per Census 2011, Niwane village has a total population of 4,772 people, consisting of 2,523 males and 2,249 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,421 literate and 1,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 908 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niwane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,772 | 2,523 | 2,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 320 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 229 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 908 | 474 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 3,421 | 1,900 | 1,521 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 623 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Niwane
Niwane 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 (otur) | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Warwandi | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Kharde (wa.) | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Bhendi | North | 3.97 km |
| Bhusani | West | 4.46 km |
| Kalwan Kh | West | 4.52 km |
| Navi Bej | North | 4.72 km |
| Kalwan Bk. | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Warshi | South | 4.83 km |
| Matane | East | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Niwane
Niwane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.4 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 Satana to Niwane is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Niwane is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niwane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niwane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Niwane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niwane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Niwane
Where is Niwane located?
Niwane village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niwane?
The Gram Panchayat of Niwane is Nivane.
What is the pincode of Niwane?
The pincode of Niwane is 423501.
What is the population of Niwane?
Niwane has a total population of 4,772, including 2,523 males and 2,249 females.
How many households are there in Niwane?
There are 896 households in Niwane.
What is the literacy rate in Niwane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niwane is 71.69%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 67.63%.