Davadi - Khed, Pune
Davadi is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Dawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davadi is 555820. The village covers a total geographical area of 2273.84 hectares and falls under the 410505 pincode. Alandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Davadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Davadi
As per Census 2011, Davadi village has a total population of 5,618 people, consisting of 2,862 males and 2,756 females. The village has 1,115 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,741 literate and 1,877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,618 | 2,862 | 2,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 314 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 3,741 | 2,129 | 1,612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,877 | 733 | 1,144 |
Nearby Villages of Davadi
Davadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimgaon | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Pimpalgaon Tarf Khed | South | 5.02 km |
| Chinchoshi | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Gosasi | North | 5.39 km |
| Kanhersar | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Retavadi | North-West | 6.16 km |
| Kalus | West | 6.25 km |
| Kendur | East | 6.57 km |
| Shelgaon | South-West | 7.57 km |
| Bahul | South-East | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Davadi
Davadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchvad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.8 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 Alandi to Davadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Davadi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Davadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Davadi
Where is Davadi located?
Davadi village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Davadi is Dawadi.
What is the pincode of Davadi?
The pincode of Davadi is 410505.
What is the population of Davadi?
Davadi has a total population of 5,618, including 2,862 males and 2,756 females.
How many households are there in Davadi?
There are 1,115 households in Davadi.
What is the literacy rate in Davadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davadi is 66.59%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 58.49%.