Zadi - Malegaon, Nashik
Zadi 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 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Zadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zadi is 550255. The village covers a total geographical area of 2666 hectares and falls under the 423208 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Zadi 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 Zadi
As per Census 2011, Zadi village has a total population of 3,989 people, consisting of 2,065 males and 1,924 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 609 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,560 literate and 1,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 660 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,989 | 2,065 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 338 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 210 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 339 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 2,560 | 1,426 | 1,134 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 639 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Zadi
Zadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vad | South | 3.81 km |
| Varhale | North | 4.41 km |
| Tisgaon | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Erandgaon | East | 4.82 km |
| Giranare | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Varadi | South | 5.10 km |
| Shirsondi | North | 5.11 km |
| Savkarwadi | East | 5.12 km |
| Sangavi | West | 5.83 km |
| Kanadgaon | South-East | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Zadi
Zadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Zadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Zadi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Zadi
Where is Zadi located?
Zadi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zadi?
Zadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zadi?
The pincode of Zadi is 423208.
What is the population of Zadi?
Zadi has a total population of 3,989, including 2,065 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Zadi?
There are 777 households in Zadi.
What is the literacy rate in Zadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zadi is 64.18%. Male literacy is 69.06% and female literacy is 58.94%.