Margachiwadi - Karjat, Raigad
Margachiwadi is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Karjat and around 92 km from Alibag. Patharaja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margachiwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margachiwadi is 553586. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.72 hectares and falls under the 410201 pincode. Karjat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Margachiwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maval Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margachiwadi
As per Census 2011, Margachiwadi village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 183 males and 179 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Margachiwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 183 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 179 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 108 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 75 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Margachiwadi
Margachiwadi 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 Margachiwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Margachiwadi.
| 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 Karjat to Margachiwadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Margachiwadi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margachiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margachiwadi 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 Margachiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margachiwadi 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 Margachiwadi
Where is Margachiwadi located?
Margachiwadi village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margachiwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Margachiwadi is Patharaja.
What is the pincode of Margachiwadi?
The pincode of Margachiwadi is 410201.
What is the population of Margachiwadi?
Margachiwadi has a total population of 362, including 183 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Margachiwadi?
There are 69 households in Margachiwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Margachiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margachiwadi is 51.66%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 44.13%.