Margalwadi - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Margalwadi is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Wadgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Margalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margalwadi is 546974. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.11 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Margalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Margalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Margalwadi village had a total population of 208 people, including 109 males and 99 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 35 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Margalwadi
Margalwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Margalwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Margalwadi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Margalwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangakhed to Margalwadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Margalwadi is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Margalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margalwadi 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 Margalwadi
Where is Margalwadi located?
Margalwadi village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Margalwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Margalwadi is Wadgaon.
What is the pincode of Margalwadi?
The pincode of Margalwadi is 431514.
What is the population of Margalwadi?
Margalwadi had a total population of 208, including 109 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Margalwadi?
Margalwadi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margalwadi was 69.35%. Male literacy was 75.51% and female literacy was 62.50%.