Pondwadi - Indapur, Pune
Pondwadi is a village situated in the Indapur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pondwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pondwadi is 556993. The village covers a total geographical area of 1435 hectares and falls under the 413130 pincode. Baramati is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Pondwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pondwadi
As per Census 2011, Pondwadi village has a total population of 1,792 people, consisting of 915 males and 877 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,234 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pondwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,792 | 915 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 117 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 287 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 690 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 225 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Pondwadi
Pondwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandgarwadi | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Pimpale | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Bhadalwadi | East | 3.40 km |
| Akole | South | 4.27 km |
| Madanwadi | North | 4.40 km |
| Kumbhargaon | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Nirgude | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Takrarwadi | North | 5.74 km |
| Vaysewadi | South | 5.84 km |
| Pilewadi | South-East | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pondwadi
Pondwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhigwan, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramati to Pondwadi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pondwadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pondwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pondwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pondwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pondwadi 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 Pondwadi
Where is Pondwadi located?
Pondwadi village is located in Indapur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondwadi?
Pondwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pondwadi?
The pincode of Pondwadi is 413130.
What is the population of Pondwadi?
Pondwadi has a total population of 1,792, including 915 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Pondwadi?
There are 355 households in Pondwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Pondwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pondwadi is 68.86%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 62.03%.