Nalwadi - Sinnar, Nashik
Nalwadi is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalwadi is 551241. The village covers a total geographical area of 1567 hectares and falls under the 422606 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nalwadi 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 Nalwadi
As per Census 2011, Nalwadi village has a total population of 3,017 people, consisting of 1,545 males and 1,472 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,114 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,017 | 1,545 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 351 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 2,114 | 1,192 | 922 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 353 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Nalwadi
Nalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saykhindi | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Kasarwadi | West | 3.66 km |
| Chas | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Karhe | East | 5.14 km |
| Hivargaon | South | 5.42 km |
| Nandur Shingote | North | 5.66 km |
| Bhojapur | West | 6.36 km |
| Nimgaon Bhojapur | South-East | 6.48 km |
| Palaskhede | North-East | 7.14 km |
| Virgaon | South-West | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nalwadi
Nalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lahavit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 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 Nalwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Nalwadi 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 Nalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalwadi 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 Nalwadi
Where is Nalwadi located?
Nalwadi village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalwadi?
Nalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalwadi?
The pincode of Nalwadi is 422606.
What is the population of Nalwadi?
Nalwadi has a total population of 3,017, including 1,545 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Nalwadi?
There are 534 households in Nalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Nalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalwadi is 70.07%. Male literacy is 77.15% and female literacy is 62.64%.