Walunjwadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Walunjwadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Walunjwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walunjwadi is 555518. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.8 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Walunjwadi 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 Walunjwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Walunjwadi village had a total population of 1,026 people, including 521 males and 505 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.50%, with male literacy at 87.70% and female literacy at 65.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 1,026 | 521 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 111 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 392 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 129 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Walunjwadi
Walunjwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thugaon | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Kolharwadi | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Karegaon | South | 3.38 km |
| Mordewadi | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Tambademala | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Vadgaon Kashimbeg | North | 3.79 km |
| Bhawadi | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Awasari Kh | East | 4.76 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Narodi | North-West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walunjwadi
Walunjwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Walunjwadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Walunjwadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walunjwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walunjwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Walunjwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walunjwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Walunjwadi
Where is Walunjwadi located?
Walunjwadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Walunjwadi?
Walunjwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walunjwadi?
The pincode of Walunjwadi is 410503.
What is the population of Walunjwadi?
Walunjwadi had a total population of 1,026, including 521 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Walunjwadi?
Walunjwadi had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walunjwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walunjwadi was 76.50%. Male literacy was 87.70% and female literacy was 65.07%.