Khadaki - Ambegaon, Pune
Khadaki 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 79 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Khadaki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadaki is 555505. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khadaki 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 Khadaki
As per Census 2011, Khadaki village has a total population of 3,065 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,529 females. The village has 598 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,208 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,065 | 1,536 | 1,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 175 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 149 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 2,208 | 1,199 | 1,009 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 337 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Khadaki
Khadaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharadi | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Chandoli Bk. | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Chandoli Kh. | West | 3.12 km |
| Thorandale | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Vayalmala | South | 3.97 km |
| Nagapur | East | 5.05 km |
| Eklahare | West | 5.11 km |
| Shindemala | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Nirgoodsar | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Awasari Kh | South-West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khadaki
Khadaki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 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 Junnar to Khadaki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Khadaki is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khadaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khadaki
Where is Khadaki located?
Khadaki village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadaki?
Khadaki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadaki?
The pincode of Khadaki is 410503.
What is the population of Khadaki?
Khadaki has a total population of 3,065, including 1,536 males and 1,529 females.
How many households are there in Khadaki?
There are 598 households in Khadaki.
What is the literacy rate in Khadaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadaki is 72.04%. Male literacy is 78.06% and female literacy is 65.99%.