Valavanti - Mawal, Pune
Valavanti is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Govitri serves as the Village Panchayat for Valavanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valavanti is 555924. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 410405 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Valavanti 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 Valavanti
According to the 2011 Census, Valavanti village had a total population of 250 people, including 142 males and 108 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.20%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 58.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 250 | 142 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 92 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Valavanti
Valavanti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukasan | East | 1.74 km |
| Bhajgaon | South | 1.83 km |
| Shirdhe | North | 2.15 km |
| Somavadi | West | 2.52 km |
| Vadavali | South | 3.07 km |
| Pale Nane Mawal | East | 3.14 km |
| Rakaswadi | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Kusavali | North | 3.75 km |
| Nesave | South | 4.08 km |
| Govitri | South-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valavanti
Valavanti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamshet, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 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 Valavanti is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Valavanti is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valavanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valavanti 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 Valavanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valavanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Valavanti
Where is Valavanti located?
Valavanti village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Valavanti?
The Village Panchayat of Valavanti is Govitri.
What is the pincode of Valavanti?
The pincode of Valavanti is 410405.
What is the population of Valavanti?
Valavanti had a total population of 250, including 142 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Valavanti?
Valavanti had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valavanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valavanti was 68.20%. Male literacy was 75.41% and female literacy was 58.95%.