Landakwadi - Palam, Parbhani
Landakwadi is a village situated in the Palam tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Landakwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Landakwadi is 547167. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 431536 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Landakwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Landakwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Landakwadi village had a total population of 686 people, including 361 males and 325 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.73%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 99.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 686 | 361 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 285 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 76 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Landakwadi
Landakwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Martandwadi | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Sadgirwadi | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Mahadewadi | East | 2.33 km |
| Pokharni Devi | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Borgaon Kh | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Ranisawargaon | West | 3.20 km |
| Nagzari | South | 3.75 km |
| Umbarwadi | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Dongargaon (palam) | East | 4.28 km |
| Tandulwadi | East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Landakwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Landakwadi. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 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 Landakwadi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Landakwadi is about 60 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 Landakwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Landakwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Landakwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Landakwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Landakwadi
Where is Landakwadi located?
Landakwadi village is located in Palam Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Landakwadi?
Landakwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Landakwadi?
The pincode of Landakwadi is 431536.
What is the population of Landakwadi?
Landakwadi had a total population of 686, including 361 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Landakwadi?
Landakwadi had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Landakwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Landakwadi was 98.73%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 99.24%.