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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Pawalewadi village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 167 males and 179 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pawalewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 167 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Pawalewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pawalewadi is Kalhat.
What is the pincode of Pawalewadi?
The pincode of Pawalewadi is 412106.
What is the population of Pawalewadi?
Pawalewadi has a total population of 346, including 167 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Pawalewadi?
There are 65 households in Pawalewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Pawalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawalewadi is 60.12%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 46.93%.