Thorandale - Ambegaon, Pune
Thorandale is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Thorandale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorandale is 555506. The village covers a total geographical area of 703 hectares and falls under the 410504 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Thorandale 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 Thorandale
As per Census 2011, Thorandale village has a total population of 1,813 people, consisting of 909 males and 904 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,364 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thorandale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,813 | 909 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 87 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,364 | 758 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 151 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Thorandale
Thorandale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagapur | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Ranjani | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Khadaki | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Chandoli Bk. | West | 3.78 km |
| Manjarwadi | North | 3.78 km |
| Bharadi | South | 3.79 km |
| Louki | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Jawale | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Chandoli Kh. | South-West | 6.04 km |
| Walati | East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thorandale
Thorandale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 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 Thorandale is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Thorandale is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorandale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorandale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thorandale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorandale 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 Thorandale
Where is Thorandale located?
Thorandale village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorandale?
Thorandale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thorandale?
The pincode of Thorandale is 410504.
What is the population of Thorandale?
Thorandale has a total population of 1,813, including 909 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Thorandale?
There are 382 households in Thorandale.
What is the literacy rate in Thorandale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorandale is 75.23%. Male literacy is 83.39% and female literacy is 67.04%.