Varasawane - Ambegaon, Pune
Varasawane is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Bhorghar serves as the Village Panchayat for Varasawane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varasawane is 555424. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.4 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Varasawane 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 Varasawane
According to the 2011 Census, Varasawane village had a total population of 140 people, including 76 males and 64 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 56.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 57 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Varasawane
Varasawane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tambe | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Datkhilwadi | East | 3.03 km |
| Phulawade | South | 3.13 km |
| Borghar | West | 3.44 km |
| Apati | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Ghangaldare | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Kale | East | 4.38 km |
| Ralegan | North | 5.10 km |
| Sukalwedhe | West | 5.14 km |
| Shivali | North | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Varasawane
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Varasawane. The nearest railway station is Kanhe, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 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 Varasawane is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Varasawane is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varasawane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varasawane 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 Varasawane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varasawane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varasawane
Where is Varasawane located?
Varasawane village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Varasawane?
The Village Panchayat of Varasawane is Bhorghar.
What is the pincode of Varasawane?
The pincode of Varasawane is 410503.
What is the population of Varasawane?
Varasawane had a total population of 140, including 76 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Varasawane?
Varasawane had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varasawane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varasawane was 72.50%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 56.60%.