Kolharwadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Kolharwadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Thugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolharwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolharwadi is 555521. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 410512 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kolharwadi 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 Kolharwadi
As per Census 2011, Kolharwadi village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 378 males and 357 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolharwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 378 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 292 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 86 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Kolharwadi
Kolharwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thugaon | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Kurwandi | West | 2.40 km |
| Bhawadi | South | 2.82 km |
| Walunjwadi | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Karegaon | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Narodi | North | 5.06 km |
| Tambademala | East | 5.32 km |
| Bahirwadi | South-West | 5.40 km |
| Kaman | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Peth | South-East | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolharwadi
Public transport in the Kolharwadi 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 34.5 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 Kolharwadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kolharwadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolharwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolharwadi 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 Kolharwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolharwadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kolharwadi
Where is Kolharwadi located?
Kolharwadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolharwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolharwadi is Thugaon.
What is the pincode of Kolharwadi?
The pincode of Kolharwadi is 410512.
What is the population of Kolharwadi?
Kolharwadi has a total population of 735, including 378 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Kolharwadi?
There are 142 households in Kolharwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kolharwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolharwadi is 69.52%. Male literacy is 77.25% and female literacy is 61.34%.