Martandwadi - Palam, Parbhani
Martandwadi is a village situated in the Palam tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Martandwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Martandwadi is 547156. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.21 hectares and falls under the 431536 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Martandwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Martandwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Martandwadi village had a total population of 426 people, including 231 males and 195 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.99%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 56.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 426 | 231 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 173 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 58 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Martandwadi
Martandwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Landakwadi | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Pokharni Devi | North | 1.50 km |
| Mahadewadi | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Sadgirwadi | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Borgaon Kh | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Sirsam | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Tandulwadi | East | 3.62 km |
| Ranisawargaon | West | 3.88 km |
| Dongargaon (palam) | East | 3.90 km |
| Ukkadgaon Jagir | North | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Martandwadi
Martandwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Martandwadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Martandwadi 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 Martandwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Martandwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Martandwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Martandwadi 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 Martandwadi
Where is Martandwadi located?
Martandwadi village is located in Palam Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Martandwadi?
Martandwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Martandwadi?
The pincode of Martandwadi is 431536.
What is the population of Martandwadi?
Martandwadi had a total population of 426, including 231 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Martandwadi?
Martandwadi had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Martandwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Martandwadi was 72.99%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 56.82%.