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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Pondewadi village has a total population of 1,498 people, consisting of 760 males and 738 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondewadi are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Pondewadi?
Pondewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pondewadi?
The pincode of Pondewadi is 410503.
What is the population of Pondewadi?
Pondewadi has a total population of 1,498, including 760 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Pondewadi?
There are 344 households in Pondewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Pondewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondewadi is 65.62%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 57.99%.