Pawalewadi - Mawal, Pune
Pawalewadi is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kalhat serves as the Village Panchayat for Pawalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawalewadi is 555910. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.02 hectares and falls under the 412106 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pawalewadi 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 Pawalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pawalewadi village had a total population of 346 people, including 167 males and 179 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.80%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 346 | 167 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 124 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 43 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Pawalewadi
Pawalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigade | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Kalhat | North | 2.08 km |
| Phalane | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Bhoyare | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Wahagaon | East | 3.99 km |
| Shire | South | 4.15 km |
| Deshamukhwadi | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Ambale | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Takave Bk. | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Kashal | North-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pawalewadi
Pawalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kanhe, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Talegaon Dabhade to Pawalewadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pawalewadi is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pawalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawalewadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pawalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pawalewadi
Where is Pawalewadi located?
Pawalewadi village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pawalewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Pawalewadi is Kalhat.
What is the pincode of Pawalewadi?
The pincode of Pawalewadi is 412106.
What is the population of Pawalewadi?
Pawalewadi had a total population of 346, including 167 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Pawalewadi?
Pawalewadi had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pawalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawalewadi was 69.80%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 56.00%.