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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kalewadi village has a total population of 1,087 people, consisting of 567 males and 520 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalewadi are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Kalewadi?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 1,087, including 567 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Kalewadi?
There are 195 households in Kalewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalewadi is 66.24%. Male literacy is 72.49% and female literacy is 59.42%.