Narwad - Miraj, Sangli
Narwad is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Narwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwad is 568751. The village covers a total geographical area of 1860 hectares and falls under the 416409 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Narwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narwad
As per Census 2011, Narwad village has a total population of 7,037 people, consisting of 3,638 males and 3,399 females. The village has 1,492 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,756 literate and 2,281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,037 | 3,638 | 3,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 370 | 371 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,419 | 719 | 700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 4,756 | 2,746 | 2,010 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,281 | 892 | 1,389 |
Nearby Villages of Narwad
Narwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lokur | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Laxmiwadi | East | 5.04 km |
| Bedag | North | 5.81 km |
| Kanwad | West | 6.76 km |
| Shedbal | South | 7.14 km |
| Vijay Nagar | West | 7.68 km |
| Ganeshwadi | South-West | 7.73 km |
| Kagawad | South-West | 8.03 km |
| Arag | North-East | 8.48 km |
| Kutwad | West | 9.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narwad
Public transport in the Narwad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shedbal, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Narwad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Narwad is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narwad
Where is Narwad located?
Narwad village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwad?
Narwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narwad?
The pincode of Narwad is 416409.
What is the population of Narwad?
Narwad has a total population of 7,037, including 3,638 males and 3,399 females.
How many households are there in Narwad?
There are 1,492 households in Narwad.
What is the literacy rate in Narwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwad is 67.59%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 59.14%.