Parekarwadi - Nandgaon, Nashik
Parekarwadi is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nandur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parekarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parekarwadi is 550308. The village covers a total geographical area of 610 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Parekarwadi 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 Parekarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Parekarwadi village had a total population of 581 people, including 293 males and 288 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.32%, with male literacy at 70.09% and female literacy at 58.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 581 | 293 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 117 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 129 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Parekarwadi
Parekarwadi 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 Parekarwadi
Public transport in the Parekarwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Parekarwadi.
| 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 Nandgaon to Parekarwadi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Parekarwadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parekarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parekarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parekarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parekarwadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Parekarwadi
Where is Parekarwadi located?
Parekarwadi village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parekarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Parekarwadi is Nandur.
What is the pincode of Parekarwadi?
The pincode of Parekarwadi is 423104.
What is the population of Parekarwadi?
Parekarwadi had a total population of 581, including 293 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Parekarwadi?
Parekarwadi had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parekarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parekarwadi was 64.32%. Male literacy was 70.09% and female literacy was 58.55%.