Narwadi - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Narwadi is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Narwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwadi is 546955. The village covers a total geographical area of 1588.74 hectares and falls under the 431516 pincode. Sonpeth is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narwadi
As per Census 2011, Narwadi village has a total population of 3,226 people, consisting of 1,643 males and 1,583 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,027 literate and 1,199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,226 | 1,643 | 1,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 248 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 196 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,027 | 1,160 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,199 | 483 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Narwadi
Narwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothala | South | 2.67 km |
| Chukar Pimpri | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Saikheda | East | 4.24 km |
| Gawali Pimpri | West | 4.98 km |
| Shelgaon Maratha | North | 5.04 km |
| Bondargaon | South | 5.06 km |
| Khapat Pimpri | West | 5.06 km |
| Dighol Islampur | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Nimgaon | West | 6.08 km |
| Naikota | South-East | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narwadi
Narwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ukhali, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Sonpeth to Narwadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Narwadi is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narwadi
Where is Narwadi located?
Narwadi village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwadi?
Narwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narwadi?
The pincode of Narwadi is 431516.
What is the population of Narwadi?
Narwadi has a total population of 3,226, including 1,643 males and 1,583 females.
How many households are there in Narwadi?
There are 678 households in Narwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Narwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwadi is 62.83%. Male literacy is 70.60% and female literacy is 54.77%.