Panundre - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Panundre is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Panundre village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panundre is 567068. The village covers a total geographical area of 1621 hectares and falls under the 416215 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Panundre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panundre
As per Census 2011, Panundre village has a total population of 1,992 people, consisting of 937 males and 1,055 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panundre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,992 | 937 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 594 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 343 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Panundre
Panundre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirale Tarf Malkapur | East | 2.84 km |
| Kode | North | 2.85 km |
| Mhalasvade | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Tekoli | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Burambal | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Ukoli | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Parale | North | 5.16 km |
| Kolgaon | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Man | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Sonurle | South-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panundre
Panundre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Panundre is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Panundre is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panundre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panundre 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panundre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panundre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panundre
Where is Panundre located?
Panundre village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panundre?
Panundre is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panundre?
The pincode of Panundre is 416215.
What is the population of Panundre?
Panundre has a total population of 1,992, including 937 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Panundre?
There are 432 households in Panundre.
What is the literacy rate in Panundre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panundre is 54.72%. Male literacy is 63.39% and female literacy is 47.01%.