Kalwadi - Junnar, Pune
Kalwadi is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalwadi is 555279. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.38 hectares and falls under the 412412 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalwadi
As per Census 2011, Kalwadi village has a total population of 1,683 people, consisting of 824 males and 859 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,351 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 824 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 33 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 721 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 103 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Kalwadi
Kalwadi 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 Kalwadi
Kalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Junnar to Kalwadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kalwadi is about 102 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 Kalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalwadi
Where is Kalwadi located?
Kalwadi village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalwadi?
Kalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalwadi?
The pincode of Kalwadi is 412412.
What is the population of Kalwadi?
Kalwadi has a total population of 1,683, including 824 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Kalwadi?
There are 383 households in Kalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalwadi is 80.27%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 73.34%.