Kurwandi Village - Ambegaon, Pune
Kurwandi 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. Kurwandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurwandi is 555520. The village covers a total geographical area of 1485 hectares and falls under the 410512 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kurwandi 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 Kurwandi
As per Census 2011, Kurwandi village has a total population of 2,435 people, consisting of 1,222 males and 1,213 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,731 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 556 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurwandi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,435 | 1,222 | 1,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 263 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,731 | 980 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 242 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Kurwandi
Kurwandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolharwadi | East | 2.40 km |
| Thugaon | East | 4.07 km |
| Kaman | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Gawarwadi | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Bhawadi | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Narodi | North | 4.62 km |
| Walunjwadi | East | 5.20 km |
| Kadadhe | West | 5.21 km |
| Bahirwadi | South | 5.29 km |
| Mohakal | South-West | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurwandi
Kurwandi 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 35.0 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 Kurwandi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kurwandi 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 Kurwandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurwandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurwandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurwandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurwandi
Where is Kurwandi located?
Kurwandi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurwandi?
Kurwandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurwandi?
The pincode of Kurwandi is 410512.
What is the population of Kurwandi?
Kurwandi has a total population of 2,435, including 1,222 males and 1,213 females.
How many households are there in Kurwandi?
There are 512 households in Kurwandi.
What is the literacy rate in Kurwandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurwandi is 71.09%. Male literacy is 80.20% and female literacy is 61.91%.