Mengadewadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Mengadewadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Mengadewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mengadewadi is 555542. The village covers a total geographical area of 872 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Mengadewadi 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 Mengadewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Mengadewadi village had a total population of 1,764 people, including 915 males and 849 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 90.94% and female literacy at 72.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 1,764 | 915 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 98 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 743 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 172 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Mengadewadi
Mengadewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirgoodsar | North | 2.43 km |
| Awasari Bk. | West | 2.97 km |
| Dhamani | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Jarkarwadi | East | 3.87 km |
| Ranmala | South | 4.04 km |
| Vayalmala | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Jawale | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Bharadi | North | 5.09 km |
| Shirdale | South | 5.99 km |
| Tavharewadi | West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mengadewadi
Mengadewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchvad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 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 Mengadewadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Mengadewadi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mengadewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mengadewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mengadewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mengadewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mengadewadi
Where is Mengadewadi located?
Mengadewadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mengadewadi?
Mengadewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mengadewadi?
The pincode of Mengadewadi is 410503.
What is the population of Mengadewadi?
Mengadewadi had a total population of 1,764, including 915 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Mengadewadi?
Mengadewadi had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mengadewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mengadewadi was 81.78%. Male literacy was 90.94% and female literacy was 72.18%.