Pusane - Mawal, Pune
Pusane is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pusane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pusane is 556050. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 410506 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pusane 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 Pusane
As per Census 2011, Pusane village has a total population of 1,255 people, consisting of 651 males and 604 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 841 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pusane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,255 | 651 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 490 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 161 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Pusane
Pusane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Divad | West | 2.12 km |
| Pachane | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Pimpaloli | South | 3.33 km |
| Khamboli | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Adhale Bk | North | 3.71 km |
| Katar Khadak | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Ovale | West | 4.65 km |
| Chandkhed | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Done | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Jawal | South | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pusane
Pusane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shelarwadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talegaon Dabhade to Pusane is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pusane is about 45 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 Pusane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pusane 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pusane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pusane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pusane
Where is Pusane located?
Pusane village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pusane?
Pusane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pusane?
The pincode of Pusane is 410506.
What is the population of Pusane?
Pusane has a total population of 1,255, including 651 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Pusane?
There are 216 households in Pusane.
What is the literacy rate in Pusane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pusane is 67.01%. Male literacy is 75.27% and female literacy is 58.11%.