Watkhale - Junnar, Pune
Watkhale is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pangri T. Madh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watkhale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watkhale is 555249. The village covers a total geographical area of 630 hectares and falls under the 412409 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Watkhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Watkhale
According to the 2011 Census, Watkhale village had a total population of 679 people, including 340 males and 339 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.89%, with male literacy at 93.36% and female literacy at 74.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 679 | 340 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 281 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 59 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Watkhale
Watkhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godre | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Madh | North | 3.10 km |
| Sitewadi | West | 3.32 km |
| Pargaon Tarf Madh | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Hadsar | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Karanjale | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Alame | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Sanganore | North | 5.37 km |
| Khubi | North-West | 5.90 km |
| Rajur | South-West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watkhale
Watkhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Junnar to Watkhale is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Watkhale is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watkhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watkhale 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 Watkhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watkhale 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 Watkhale
Where is Watkhale located?
Watkhale village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watkhale?
The Gram Panchayat of Watkhale is Pangri T. Madh.
What is the pincode of Watkhale?
The pincode of Watkhale is 412409.
What is the population of Watkhale?
Watkhale had a total population of 679, including 340 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Watkhale?
Watkhale had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watkhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watkhale was 83.89%. Male literacy was 93.36% and female literacy was 74.24%.