Gulani - Khed, Pune
Gulani is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Gulani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulani is 555808. The village covers a total geographical area of 1203.82 hectares and falls under the 410505 pincode. Alandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gulani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulani
According to the 2011 Census, Gulani village had a total population of 2,087 people, including 1,078 males and 1,009 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.75%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 65.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 2,087 | 1,078 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 116 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 806 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 272 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Gulani
Gulani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wakalwadi | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Varchi Bhamburwadi | West | 3.29 km |
| Pacharnewadi | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Chichbaiwadi | East | 4.45 km |
| Pargaon Tarf Khed | North | 4.57 km |
| Retavadi | South | 4.93 km |
| Khalchi Bhamburwadi | West | 4.96 km |
| Gosasi | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Takalkarwadi | South-West | 6.01 km |
| Chaudharwadi | East | 6.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulani
Gulani 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 26.2 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 Gulani is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Gulani 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 Gulani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulani
Where is Gulani located?
Gulani village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gulani?
Gulani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulani?
The pincode of Gulani is 410505.
What is the population of Gulani?
Gulani had a total population of 2,087, including 1,078 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Gulani?
Gulani had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulani was 74.75%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 65.25%.