Patwad - Risod, Washim
Patwad is a village situated in the Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Risod and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Pimpakhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patwad is 531291. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.06 hectares and falls under the 444506 pincode.
Patwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Patwad
Patwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjkhed | West | 1.82 km |
| Pahur | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Wakad Bhag 1 | East | 2.34 km |
| Wadiwakad | South | 2.36 km |
| Pantapur | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Dabha | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Gohagaon | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Jafrabad | West | 3.93 km |
| Pimparkhed | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Bagulkhed | West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patwad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patwad. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Washim to Patwad is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patwad 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 Patwad
Where is Patwad located?
Patwad village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Patwad is Pimpakhed.
What is the pincode of Patwad?
The pincode of Patwad is 444506.