Varkute Kh. - Indapur, Pune
Varkute Kh. is a village situated in the Indapur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indapur and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Warkute Kh. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varkute Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varkute Kh. is 557064. The village covers a total geographical area of 1558 hectares and falls under the 413120 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Varkute Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Varkute Kh.
As per Census 2011, Varkute Kh. village has a total population of 4,811 people, consisting of 2,499 males and 2,312 females. The village has 980 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,318 literate and 1,493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 883 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varkute Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,811 | 2,499 | 2,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 306 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 883 | 431 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,318 | 1,863 | 1,455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,493 | 636 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Varkute Kh.
Varkute Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kati | South | 3.16 km |
| Nimgaon Ketki | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Zagadewadi | East | 4.06 km |
| Pitkeshwar | West | 4.27 km |
| Tarangwadi | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Pandharwadi | East | 4.93 km |
| Shetphal Haveli | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Jadhavwadi | South | 5.27 km |
| Reda | South | 5.99 km |
| Gokhali | North-East | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Varkute Kh.
Varkute Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Indapur to Varkute Kh. is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Varkute Kh. is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varkute Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varkute Kh. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varkute Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varkute Kh. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varkute Kh.
Where is Varkute Kh. located?
Varkute Kh. village is located in Indapur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varkute Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Varkute Kh. is Warkute Kh..
What is the pincode of Varkute Kh.?
The pincode of Varkute Kh. is 413120.
What is the population of Varkute Kh.?
Varkute Kh. has a total population of 4,811, including 2,499 males and 2,312 females.
How many households are there in Varkute Kh.?
There are 980 households in Varkute Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Varkute Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varkute Kh. is 68.97%. Male literacy is 74.55% and female literacy is 62.93%.