Akharwadi - Khed, Pune
Akharwadi is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Akharwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akharwadi is 555781. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 410513 pincode. Alandi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Akharwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akharwadi
As per Census 2011, Akharwadi village has a total population of 1,007 people, consisting of 509 males and 498 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akharwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 509 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 368 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 141 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Akharwadi
Akharwadi 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 Akharwadi
Public transport in the Akharwadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Alandi to Akharwadi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Akharwadi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akharwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akharwadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Akharwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akharwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akharwadi
Where is Akharwadi located?
Akharwadi village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akharwadi?
Akharwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Akharwadi?
The pincode of Akharwadi is 410513.
What is the population of Akharwadi?
Akharwadi has a total population of 1,007, including 509 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Akharwadi?
There are 193 households in Akharwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Akharwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akharwadi is 65.54%. Male literacy is 72.30% and female literacy is 58.63%.