Koltavade - Ambegaon, Pune
Koltavade 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 71 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Koltawade serves as the Village Panchayat for Koltavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koltavade is 555441. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Koltavade 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 Koltavade
According to the 2011 Census, Koltavade village had a total population of 319 people, including 156 males and 163 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.03%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 66.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 319 | 156 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 155 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 122 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 34 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Koltavade
Koltavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimbhe Bk. | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Ambegaon | North | 1.84 km |
| Kalambai | West | 2.78 km |
| Vachape | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Phulawade | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Kanase | East | 4.64 km |
| Supedhar | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Dimbhe Kh. | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Borghar | North | 5.37 km |
| Apati | North-East | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koltavade
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Koltavade. The nearest railway station is Kanhe, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Koltavade is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Koltavade is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koltavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koltavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koltavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koltavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koltavade
Where is Koltavade located?
Koltavade village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Koltavade?
The Village Panchayat of Koltavade is Koltawade.
What is the pincode of Koltavade?
The pincode of Koltavade is 410503.
What is the population of Koltavade?
Koltavade had a total population of 319, including 156 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Koltavade?
Koltavade had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koltavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koltavade was 76.03%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 66.23%.