Pokharkarwadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Pokharkarwadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pimpalgaon T. Ghoda serves as the Village Panchayat for Pokharkarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharkarwadi is 555472. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Pokharkarwadi 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 Pokharkarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharkarwadi village had a total population of 728 people, including 354 males and 374 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 84.98% and female literacy at 71.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 506.
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 | 728 | 354 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 244 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 266 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 88 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharkarwadi
Pokharkarwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pokharkarwadi
Pokharkarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Pokharkarwadi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pokharkarwadi is about 82 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 Pokharkarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharkarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pokharkarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharkarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pokharkarwadi
Where is Pokharkarwadi located?
Pokharkarwadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pokharkarwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Pokharkarwadi is Pimpalgaon T. Ghoda.
What is the pincode of Pokharkarwadi?
The pincode of Pokharkarwadi is 410503.
What is the population of Pokharkarwadi?
Pokharkarwadi had a total population of 728, including 354 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Pokharkarwadi?
Pokharkarwadi had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharkarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharkarwadi was 77.85%. Male literacy was 84.98% and female literacy was 71.04%.