Kalewadi - Malegaon, Nashik
Kalewadi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Jalgaon (ni) serves as the Village Panchayat for Kalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalewadi is 550253. The village covers a total geographical area of 933.37 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalewadi 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 Kalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalewadi village had a total population of 1,087 people, including 567 males and 520 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 67.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 1,087 | 567 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 91 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 411 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 156 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Kalewadi
Kalewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalewadi
Public transport in the Kalewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kalewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Kalewadi is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kalewadi
Where is Kalewadi located?
Kalewadi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kalewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Kalewadi is Jalgaon (ni).
What is the pincode of Kalewadi?
The pincode of Kalewadi is 423206.
What is the population of Kalewadi?
Kalewadi had a total population of 1,087, including 567 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Kalewadi?
Kalewadi had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalewadi was 77.34%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 67.91%.