Padhawad
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Padhawad is a village situated near Betawad in Sindkheda taluka of Dhule district in the state of Maharashtra, India.
Padhawad
पढावद | |
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Village | |
  Padhawad Location in Maharashtra, India  Padhawad Padhawad (India) | |
| Coordinates: 21°10′39″N 74°56′17″E / 21.177412°N 74.937990°ECoordinates: 21°10′39″N 74°56′17″E / 21.177412°N 74.937990°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| District | Dhule |
| Taluka | Sindkheda |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2 km2 (0.8 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 2,200 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Marathi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 425403 |
| Vehicle registration | MH18 |
LocationEdit
Padhawad is located near the banks of the Panzara River, in northern Maharashtra. The village is approximately 28 km from Sindkheda and 43 km from Dhule.
DemographicsEdit
As per the Census of India 2011, the village has a population of approximately 2200 people. The primary occupation is agriculture, and the local language spoken is Marathi.
EducationEdit
The village has multiple educational institutions providing to primary and secondary education. Some students also pursue higher education in nearby towns like Shirpur, Amalner, and Dhule.
| No. | School Name | Location / Map Link |
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| 1 | Vivekanand High School, Padhawad | Google Maps |
| 2 | Zilla Parishad School (Boys & Girls) | - |
| 3 | Anganwadi, Padhawad | - |
EconomyEdit
Agriculture is the main source of income. Major crops include cotton, Corn, bajra, and soybeans. Some villagers are also involved in dairy and small-scale trading.
TransportEdit
The village is connected by road to Betawad and nearby towns. The nearest railway station is in Betawad, and the closest airport is in Jalgaon.
Culture and ReligionEdit
Padhawad has several temples where festivals like Diwali, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Holi are celebrated with enthusiasm.
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