Netwad Village - Junnar, Pune
Netwad is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Netvad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netwad is 555297. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.25 hectares and falls under the 412409 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Netwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Netwad
As per Census 2011, Netwad village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 342 males and 327 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Netwad are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 342 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 278 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 64 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Netwad
Netwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pangari Tarfe Otur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Hivare Kh | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Tikekarwadi | East | 2.72 km |
| Shiroli Kh | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Ballalwadi | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Tejewadi | South | 3.62 km |
| Dingore | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Udapur | North | 4.26 km |
| Kumshet | West | 4.36 km |
| Ozar | South | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Netwad
Netwad 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 Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 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 Junnar to Netwad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Netwad 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 Netwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netwad 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 Netwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Netwad
Where is Netwad located?
Netwad village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Netwad is Netvad.
What is the pincode of Netwad?
The pincode of Netwad is 412409.
What is the population of Netwad?
Netwad has a total population of 669, including 342 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Netwad?
There are 156 households in Netwad.
What is the literacy rate in Netwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netwad is 76.98%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 72.48%.