Narwel - Pen, Raigad
Narwel is a village situated in the Pen tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Pen and around 34 km from Alibag. Div serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narwel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwel is 553827. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 402107 pincode. Pen is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Narwel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narwel
According to the 2011 Census, Narwel village had a total population of 664 people, including 322 males and 342 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 79.68%.
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 | 664 | 322 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 272 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 50 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Narwel
Narwel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mhaiswadi | West | 2.75 km |
| Hingana Nagapur | East | 2.90 km |
| Telkhed | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Korwad | North | 3.74 km |
| Zodga | South | 3.88 km |
| Harsoda | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Therole | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Chinchol | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Tandulwadi | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Talaswada | West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narwel
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Narwel. The nearest railway station is Malkapur, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pen to Narwel is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Narwel is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narwel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narwel
Where is Narwel located?
Narwel village is located in Pen Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwel?
The Gram Panchayat of Narwel is Div.
What is the pincode of Narwel?
The pincode of Narwel is 402107.
What is the population of Narwel?
Narwel had a total population of 664, including 322 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Narwel?
Narwel had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narwel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwel was 86.21%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 79.68%.