Paud - Mulshi, Pune
Paud is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Paud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paud is 556148. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 412108 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Paud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paud
As per Census 2011, Paud village has a total population of 3,730 people, consisting of 1,921 males and 1,809 females. The village has 852 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,885 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,730 | 1,921 | 1,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 224 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 247 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 2,885 | 1,553 | 1,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 368 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Paud
Paud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karmoli | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Hulavalewadi | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Darawali | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Vitthalwadi | South | 1.93 km |
| Kondhawale | West | 2.44 km |
| Mugavade | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chale | North | 2.86 km |
| Chinchwad | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Savargaon | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Ravade | West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paud
Paud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akurdi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pune to Paud is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paud
Where is Paud located?
Paud village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paud?
Paud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paud?
The pincode of Paud is 412108.
What is the population of Paud?
Paud has a total population of 3,730, including 1,921 males and 1,809 females.
How many households are there in Paud?
There are 852 households in Paud.
What is the literacy rate in Paud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paud is 77.35%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 73.63%.