Vithewadipale - Kalwan, Nashik
Vithewadipale is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Savakipale serves as the Village Panchayat for Vithewadipale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vithewadipale is 549876. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.14 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Vithewadipale 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 Vithewadipale
According to the 2011 Census, Vithewadipale village had a total population of 439 people, including 223 males and 216 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 74.87% and female literacy at 61.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 434.
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 | 439 | 223 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 434 | 219 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 143 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 80 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Vithewadipale
Vithewadipale 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 | North | 0.97 km |
| Savaki Pale | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Vanjari | West | 1.66 km |
| Kalamthe | East | 1.73 km |
| Abhona | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Barde | North | 2.24 km |
| Asoli | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Gobapur | South | 3.08 km |
| Gosrane | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Hingave | North-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vithewadipale
Vithewadipale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 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 Satana to Vithewadipale is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vithewadipale 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 Vithewadipale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vithewadipale 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vithewadipale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vithewadipale 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 Vithewadipale
Where is Vithewadipale located?
Vithewadipale village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vithewadipale?
The Village Panchayat of Vithewadipale is Savakipale.
What is the pincode of Vithewadipale?
The pincode of Vithewadipale is 423501.
What is the population of Vithewadipale?
Vithewadipale had a total population of 439, including 223 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Vithewadipale?
Vithewadipale had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vithewadipale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vithewadipale was 68.24%. Male literacy was 74.87% and female literacy was 61.58%.