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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Walunjwadi village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 521 males and 505 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walunjwadi are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Walunjwadi?
Walunjwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walunjwadi?
The pincode of Walunjwadi is 410503.
What is the population of Walunjwadi?
Walunjwadi has a total population of 1,026, including 521 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Walunjwadi?
There are 200 households in Walunjwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Walunjwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walunjwadi is 65.98%. Male literacy is 75.24% and female literacy is 56.44%.