Badwani - Gangakhed, Parbhani
Badwani is a village situated in the Gangakhed tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangakhed and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Badwani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwani is 547039. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.5 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badwani
According to the 2011 Census, Badwani village had a total population of 2,623 people, including 1,351 males and 1,272 females, living in 565 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 61.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 595.
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 | 2,623 | 1,351 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 198 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 307 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,639 | 976 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 375 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Badwani
Badwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katkarwadi | South | 2.53 km |
| Borda | East | 2.98 km |
| Kodri | West | 3.39 km |
| Dongarjawla | North | 3.64 km |
| Undegaon | West | 3.78 km |
| Tandulwadi | South | 4.33 km |
| Antarweli | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Sirsam Shegaon | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Wagdari | South | 5.80 km |
| Dongarpimpla | North-West | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badwani
Badwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon Nila, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 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 Gangakhed to Badwani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Badwani is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badwani
Where is Badwani located?
Badwani village is located in Gangakhed Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Badwani?
Badwani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badwani?
The pincode of Badwani is 431514.
What is the population of Badwani?
Badwani had a total population of 2,623, including 1,351 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Badwani?
Badwani had 565 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwani was 73.37%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 61.33%.