Karwadi - Sinnar, Nashik
Karwadi is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Karwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwadi is 551183. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.44 hectares and falls under the 422104 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Karwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karwadi
As per Census 2011, Karwadi village has a total population of 1,414 people, consisting of 735 males and 679 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,414 | 735 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 81 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 590 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 145 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Karwadi
Karwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Shaha | South | 2.60 km |
| Bharatpur | East | 3.40 km |
| Handewadi | North | 3.41 km |
| Ujjani | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Shrirampur | West | 4.44 km |
| Laxmanpur | East | 4.57 km |
| Karwadi | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Mirgaon | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Dahiwadi | North | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Karwadi. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| 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 Sinnar to Karwadi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Karwadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwadi 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 Karwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karwadi
Where is Karwadi located?
Karwadi village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwadi?
Karwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karwadi?
The pincode of Karwadi is 422104.
What is the population of Karwadi?
Karwadi has a total population of 1,414, including 735 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Karwadi?
There are 275 households in Karwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Karwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwadi is 75.67%. Male literacy is 80.27% and female literacy is 70.69%.