Washere - Khed, Pune
Washere is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Washire serves as the Gram Panchayat for Washere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Washere is 555752. The village covers a total geographical area of 1364.21 hectares and falls under the 412404 pincode. Alandi is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Washere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Washere
According to the 2011 Census, Washere village had a total population of 2,172 people, including 1,086 males and 1,086 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.91%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 56.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 904.
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 | 2,172 | 1,086 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 118 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 904 | 444 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 749 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 337 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Washere
Washere 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 Washere
Public transport in the Washere is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Alandi to Washere is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Washere is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Washere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Washere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Washere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Washere 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 Washere
Where is Washere located?
Washere village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Washere?
The Gram Panchayat of Washere is Washire.
What is the pincode of Washere?
The pincode of Washere is 412404.
What is the population of Washere?
Washere had a total population of 2,172, including 1,086 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Washere?
Washere had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Washere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Washere was 66.91%. Male literacy was 77.38% and female literacy was 56.02%.