Vachape - Ambegaon, Pune
Vachape is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Panchale Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vachape village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vachape is 555436. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.83 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Vachape 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 Vachape
As per Census 2011, Vachape village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 67 males and 74 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vachape are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 3 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 10 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Vachape
Vachape 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalambai | South | 1.93 km |
| Digad | West | 3.02 km |
| Ambegaon | East | 3.19 km |
| Adivare | North | 3.42 km |
| Borghar | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Koltavade | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Kondhare | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Jambhori | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Dimbhe Bk. | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Megholi | West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vachape
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Vachape. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vachape is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Vachape is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vachape
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vachape 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vachape
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vachape village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vachape
Where is Vachape located?
Vachape village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vachape?
The Gram Panchayat of Vachape is Panchale Bk..
What is the pincode of Vachape?
The pincode of Vachape is 410503.
What is the population of Vachape?
Vachape has a total population of 141, including 67 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Vachape?
There are 36 households in Vachape.
What is the literacy rate in Vachape?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vachape is 67.38%. Male literacy is 85.07% and female literacy is 51.35%.