Gevhande Khadak - Mawal, Pune
Gevhande Khadak is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Thakursai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gevhande Khadak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gevhande Khadak is 556020. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 410506 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gevhande Khadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gevhande Khadak
As per Census 2011, Gevhande Khadak village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 130 males and 149 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gevhande Khadak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 130 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 109 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 21 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Gevhande Khadak
Gevhande Khadak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keware | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Kadav | West | 2.00 km |
| Tikona | East | 2.01 km |
| Thakursai | North | 2.08 km |
| Jovan | South | 2.23 km |
| Vagheshwar | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Varu | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Chavsar | West | 3.26 km |
| Majgaon | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Gheravitangad | South-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gevhande Khadak
Gevhande Khadak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malavli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonavala to Gevhande Khadak is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Gevhande Khadak is about 53 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 Gevhande Khadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gevhande Khadak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gevhande Khadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gevhande Khadak 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 Gevhande Khadak
Where is Gevhande Khadak located?
Gevhande Khadak village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gevhande Khadak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gevhande Khadak is Thakursai.
What is the pincode of Gevhande Khadak?
The pincode of Gevhande Khadak is 410506.
What is the population of Gevhande Khadak?
Gevhande Khadak has a total population of 279, including 130 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Gevhande Khadak?
There are 42 households in Gevhande Khadak.
What is the literacy rate in Gevhande Khadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gevhande Khadak is 69.89%. Male literacy is 83.85% and female literacy is 57.72%.