Vitthalwadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Vitthalwadi 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Vitthalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitthalwadi is 555498. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 410515 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Vitthalwadi 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 Vitthalwadi
As per Census 2011, Vitthalwadi village has a total population of 797 people, consisting of 403 males and 394 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vitthalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 403 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 347 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 56 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Vitthalwadi
Vitthalwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vitthalwadi
Vitthalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Vitthalwadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Vitthalwadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitthalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitthalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vitthalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitthalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vitthalwadi
Where is Vitthalwadi located?
Vitthalwadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitthalwadi?
Vitthalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vitthalwadi?
The pincode of Vitthalwadi is 410515.
What is the population of Vitthalwadi?
Vitthalwadi has a total population of 797, including 403 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Vitthalwadi?
There are 185 households in Vitthalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Vitthalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitthalwadi is 79.67%. Male literacy is 86.10% and female literacy is 73.10%.