Alwand
Alwand is a village located in Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Trimbak (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Alwand village is also a gram panchayat.
Alwand has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Alwand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alwand is 550939. The village spans a total geographical area of 1001.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422212. Trimbak is nearest town to Alwand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Alwand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Alwand
Population of Alwand
Below is a concise population overview of Alwand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 441 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 297 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 325 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 116 | 214 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alwand village:
- The total population of Alwand village is around 893, including approximately 441 males and 452 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Alwand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Alwand village has 168 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 609 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Alwand village is about 63.05%, with male literacy at 73.70% and female literacy at 52.65%.
- There are around 192 households in Alwand village.
Connectivity of Alwand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alwand. As per the 2011 stats, Alwand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alwand
Knowing the nearby villages of Alwand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alwand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alwand
- Where is Alwand located?
- Alwand village is situated in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alwand?
- Alwand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alwand?
- The pincode of Alwand is 422212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alwand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alwand is 893, with 441 males and 452 females.
- How many households are there in Alwand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alwand village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alwand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alwand is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 73.70%, while the female literacy rate is 52.65%.