Falakewadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Falakewadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ambodi serves as the Village Panchayat for Falakewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falakewadi is 555467. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.8 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Falakewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falakewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Falakewadi village had a total population of 355 people, including 167 males and 188 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.87%, with male literacy at 92.76% and female literacy at 74.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 167 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 26 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Falakewadi
Falakewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Falakewadi
Public transport in the Falakewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Junnar to Falakewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Falakewadi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falakewadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Falakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falakewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Falakewadi
Where is Falakewadi located?
Falakewadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Falakewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Falakewadi is Ambodi.
What is the pincode of Falakewadi?
The pincode of Falakewadi is 410503.
What is the population of Falakewadi?
Falakewadi had a total population of 355, including 167 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Falakewadi?
Falakewadi had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falakewadi was 82.87%. Male literacy was 92.76% and female literacy was 74.29%.