Pilewadi - Indapur, Pune
Pilewadi is a village situated in the Indapur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kalas serves as the Village Panchayat for Pilewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pilewadi is 557038. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.34 hectares and falls under the 413105 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pilewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pilewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pilewadi village had a total population of 1,150 people, including 595 males and 555 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.47%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 79.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 1,150 | 595 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 490 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 105 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Pilewadi
Pilewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadalwadi | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Kalas | South | 4.27 km |
| Akole | West | 4.72 km |
| Gosaviwadi | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Bandgarwadi | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Pondwadi | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Kumbhargaon | North | 6.37 km |
| Kondhar Chincholi | North | 6.70 km |
| Kalewadi | East | 7.00 km |
| Maradewadi | East | 7.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pilewadi
Public transport in the Pilewadi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhigwan, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| 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 Indapur to Pilewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pilewadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pilewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pilewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pilewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pilewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pilewadi
Where is Pilewadi located?
Pilewadi village is located in Indapur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pilewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Pilewadi is Kalas.
What is the pincode of Pilewadi?
The pincode of Pilewadi is 413105.
What is the population of Pilewadi?
Pilewadi had a total population of 1,150, including 595 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Pilewadi?
Pilewadi had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pilewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilewadi was 86.47%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 79.28%.