Vakambe - Bhor, Pune
Vakambe is a village situated in the Bhor tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhor and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Goradmhasavali serves as the Village Panchayat for Vakambe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vakambe is 556751. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 412206 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vakambe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vakambe
According to the 2011 Census, Vakambe village had a total population of 313 people, including 168 males and 145 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.94%, with male literacy at 94.67% and female literacy at 64.84%.
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 | 313 | 168 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 142 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 26 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Vakambe
Vakambe 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 Vakambe
Public transport in the Vakambe is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhor to Vakambe is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Vakambe is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vakambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vakambe 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 Vakambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vakambe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vakambe
Where is Vakambe located?
Vakambe village is located in Bhor Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vakambe?
The Village Panchayat of Vakambe is Goradmhasavali.
What is the pincode of Vakambe?
The pincode of Vakambe is 412206.
What is the population of Vakambe?
Vakambe had a total population of 313, including 168 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Vakambe?
Vakambe had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vakambe was 80.94%. Male literacy was 94.67% and female literacy was 64.84%.