Kondhaval - Ambegaon, Pune
Kondhaval is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kondhawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kondhaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kondhaval is 555448. The village covers a total geographical area of 3020 hectares and falls under the 410509 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kondhaval 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 Kondhaval
As per Census 2011, Kondhaval village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 418 males and 418 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 808 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kondhaval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 418 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 401 | 407 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 319 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 99 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kondhaval
Kondhaval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigdale | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Baliware | West | 4.32 km |
| Terungan | East | 4.48 km |
| Pimpari | East | 4.93 km |
| Sakeri | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Nandgaon | West | 5.57 km |
| Dongarnhave | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Ahupe | North | 6.03 km |
| Ambherpada | South-West | 6.14 km |
| Sidhdagad | North | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kondhaval
Kondhaval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 Kondhaval is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kondhaval is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kondhaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kondhaval 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 Kondhaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kondhaval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kondhaval
Where is Kondhaval located?
Kondhaval village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kondhaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Kondhaval is Kondhawal.
What is the pincode of Kondhaval?
The pincode of Kondhaval is 410509.
What is the population of Kondhaval?
Kondhaval has a total population of 836, including 418 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Kondhaval?
There are 148 households in Kondhaval.
What is the literacy rate in Kondhaval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kondhaval is 69.14%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 61.96%.