Doctorwadi - Nandgaon, Nashik
Doctorwadi is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Babhulwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Doctorwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doctorwadi is 550379. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Doctorwadi 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 Doctorwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Doctorwadi village had a total population of 468 people, including 221 males and 247 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.63%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 76.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 468 | 221 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 97 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 170 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 51 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Doctorwadi
Doctorwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhulwadi | East | 1.66 km |
| Pokhari (pa.) | South | 2.47 km |
| Jalgaon Kh. | East | 3.80 km |
| Tandulwadi | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Sakora | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Chandore | North-East | 5.85 km |
| Jalgaon Bk. | South-East | 6.11 km |
| Manikpunj | South | 6.25 km |
| Nandgaon | West | 6.93 km |
| Pimparkhed | East | 7.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doctorwadi
Doctorwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pimpar Khed, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Doctorwadi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Doctorwadi is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doctorwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doctorwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Doctorwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doctorwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doctorwadi
Where is Doctorwadi located?
Doctorwadi village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Doctorwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Doctorwadi is Babhulwadi.
What is the pincode of Doctorwadi?
The pincode of Doctorwadi is 423106.
What is the population of Doctorwadi?
Doctorwadi had a total population of 468, including 221 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Doctorwadi?
Doctorwadi had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doctorwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doctorwadi was 82.63%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 76.89%.