Wasunde - Parner, Ahilyanagar
Wasunde is a village situated in the Parner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Parner and around 46 km from Ahmadnagar. Vasunde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wasunde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wasunde is 558285. The village covers a total geographical area of 4567 hectares and falls under the 414304 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Wasunde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wasunde
As per Census 2011, Wasunde village has a total population of 4,204 people, consisting of 2,151 males and 2,053 females. The village has 863 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,674 literate and 1,530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wasunde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,204 | 2,151 | 2,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 267 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 122 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 277 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 2,674 | 1,555 | 1,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,530 | 596 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Wasunde
Wasunde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takali Dhokeshwar | South | 5.13 km |
| Wadgaon Sawtal | East | 5.51 km |
| Karjule Harya | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Kasare | South-West | 7.48 km |
| Dhoki | South-East | 7.60 km |
| Pokhari | North-West | 7.76 km |
| Bhondre | South | 7.83 km |
| Khadakwadi | North | 8.08 km |
| Shindewadi | West | 8.62 km |
| Waranwadi | North | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wasunde
Wasunde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dehare, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Wasunde is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wasunde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wasunde 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wasunde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wasunde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wasunde
Where is Wasunde located?
Wasunde village is located in Parner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wasunde?
The Gram Panchayat of Wasunde is Vasunde.
What is the pincode of Wasunde?
The pincode of Wasunde is 414304.
What is the population of Wasunde?
Wasunde has a total population of 4,204, including 2,151 males and 2,053 females.
How many households are there in Wasunde?
There are 863 households in Wasunde.
What is the literacy rate in Wasunde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wasunde is 63.61%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 54.51%.