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
According to the 2011 Census, Thorandale village had a total population of 1,813 people, including 909 males and 904 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.32%, with male literacy at 92.21% and female literacy at 72.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, 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 | 1,813 | 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 had a total population of 1,813, including 909 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Thorandale?
Thorandale had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorandale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorandale was 82.32%. Male literacy was 92.21% and female literacy was 72.57%.