Pondewadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Pondewadi 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 77 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pondewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondewadi is 555548. The village covers a total geographical area of 1374 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Pondewadi 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 Pondewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pondewadi village had a total population of 1,498 people, including 760 males and 738 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.86%, with male literacy at 80.55% and female literacy at 63.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 1,498 | 760 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 555 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 205 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Pondewadi
Pondewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhangaon | North | 2.25 km |
| Pahaddara | West | 3.47 km |
| Savindane | South | 3.98 km |
| Kathapur Bk. | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Echakewadi | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Khadakwadi | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Devgaon | North | 5.24 km |
| Kawathe (yamai) | South-East | 5.32 km |
| Jarkarwadi | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Chandoh | North-East | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondewadi
Pondewadi 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 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Pondewadi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pondewadi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pondewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pondewadi
Where is Pondewadi located?
Pondewadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pondewadi?
Pondewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pondewadi?
The pincode of Pondewadi is 410503.
What is the population of Pondewadi?
Pondewadi had a total population of 1,498, including 760 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Pondewadi?
Pondewadi had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondewadi was 71.86%. Male literacy was 80.55% and female literacy was 63.03%.