Hiswal Bk - Malegaon, Nashik
Hiswal Bk is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Hiswal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiswal Bk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiswal Bk is 550286. The village covers a total geographical area of 1975.19 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Hiswal Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiswal Bk
As per Census 2011, Hiswal Bk village has a total population of 2,038 people, consisting of 1,063 males and 975 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiswal Bk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,038 | 1,063 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 162 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 794 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 269 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Hiswal Bk
Hiswal Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherul | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Palasdare | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Deoghat | South | 4.42 km |
| Nandale Bk. | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Visapur | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Daregaon | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 6.13 km |
| Kulthe | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Dapur | South-West | 7.45 km |
| Sevanagar | South | 7.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hiswal Bk
Hiswal Bk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mordad Tanda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 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 Malegaon to Hiswal Bk is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Hiswal Bk is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiswal Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiswal Bk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hiswal Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiswal Bk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiswal Bk
Where is Hiswal Bk located?
Hiswal Bk village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiswal Bk?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiswal Bk is Hiswal.
What is the pincode of Hiswal Bk?
The pincode of Hiswal Bk is 423105.
What is the population of Hiswal Bk?
Hiswal Bk has a total population of 2,038, including 1,063 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Hiswal Bk?
There are 443 households in Hiswal Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Hiswal Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiswal Bk is 69.92%. Male literacy is 74.69% and female literacy is 64.72%.