Phulawade - Ambegaon, Pune
Phulawade is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Phulawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulawade is 555438. The village covers a total geographical area of 1656 hectares and falls under the 410509 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Phulawade 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 Phulawade
As per Census 2011, Phulawade village has a total population of 1,859 people, consisting of 950 males and 909 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,278 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,782 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phulawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,859 | 950 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,782 | 905 | 877 |
| Literate Population | 1,278 | 742 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 208 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Phulawade
Phulawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apati | East | 2.35 km |
| Varasawane | North | 3.13 km |
| Ambegaon | West | 3.40 km |
| Borghar | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Kanase | South | 4.32 km |
| Koltavade | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Gangapur Kh. | East | 4.44 km |
| Datkhilwadi | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Supedhar | South | 5.33 km |
| Tambe | North | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phulawade
Public transport in the Phulawade is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanhe, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 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 Phulawade is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Phulawade is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulawade 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 Phulawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulawade 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Phulawade
Where is Phulawade located?
Phulawade village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulawade?
Phulawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phulawade?
The pincode of Phulawade is 410509.
What is the population of Phulawade?
Phulawade has a total population of 1,859, including 950 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Phulawade?
There are 343 households in Phulawade.
What is the literacy rate in Phulawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulawade is 68.75%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 58.97%.