Gavdewadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Gavdewadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Gawadewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gavdewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavdewadi is 555540. The village covers a total geographical area of 1050.54 hectares and falls under the 412405 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gavdewadi 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 Gavdewadi
As per Census 2011, Gavdewadi village has a total population of 2,572 people, consisting of 1,304 males and 1,268 females. The village has 569 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,997 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavdewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,572 | 1,304 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 144 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,997 | 1,099 | 898 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 205 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Gavdewadi
Gavdewadi 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 Gavdewadi
Gavdewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Junnar to Gavdewadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Gavdewadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavdewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavdewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gavdewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavdewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gavdewadi
Where is Gavdewadi located?
Gavdewadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavdewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavdewadi is Gawadewadi.
What is the pincode of Gavdewadi?
The pincode of Gavdewadi is 412405.
What is the population of Gavdewadi?
Gavdewadi has a total population of 2,572, including 1,304 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Gavdewadi?
There are 569 households in Gavdewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gavdewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavdewadi is 77.64%. Male literacy is 84.28% and female literacy is 70.82%.