Mandalewadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Mandalewadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Mandalewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandalewadi is 555556. The village covers a total geographical area of 845 hectares and falls under the 412406 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Mandalewadi 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 Mandalewadi
As per Census 2011, Mandalewadi village has a total population of 831 people, consisting of 414 males and 417 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandalewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 831 | 414 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 311 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 103 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Mandalewadi
Mandalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadgaon Pir | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Midgulwadi | East | 3.33 km |
| Savindane | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Khairenagar | South | 4.13 km |
| Kanhur Mesai | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Loni | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Khadakwadi | North-West | 5.50 km |
| Echakewadi | North-East | 5.65 km |
| Pahaddara | North | 6.78 km |
| Shastabad | South-East | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandalewadi
Public transport in the Mandalewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Mandalewadi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Mandalewadi is about 80 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 Mandalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mandalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandalewadi 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 Mandalewadi
Where is Mandalewadi located?
Mandalewadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandalewadi?
Mandalewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandalewadi?
The pincode of Mandalewadi is 412406.
What is the population of Mandalewadi?
Mandalewadi has a total population of 831, including 414 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Mandalewadi?
There are 194 households in Mandalewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Mandalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandalewadi is 66.55%. Male literacy is 75.12% and female literacy is 58.03%.