Visakhar - Mulshi, Pune
Visakhar is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ambavane serves as the Village Panchayat for Visakhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visakhar is 556057. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 410401 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Visakhar 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 Visakhar
According to the 2011 Census, Visakhar village had a total population of 171 people, including 81 males and 90 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 53.42%.
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 | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 20 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Visakhar
Visakhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolawali | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Peth Shahapur | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Devghar | North | 3.42 km |
| Morave | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Kumbheri | South | 3.69 km |
| Pomgaon | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Ambavane | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Shilimb | East | 4.99 km |
| Chavsar | East | 5.90 km |
| Barpe Bk. | South | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visakhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Visakhar. The nearest railway station is Lonavala, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 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 Lonavala to Visakhar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Visakhar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visakhar 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 Visakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visakhar 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 Visakhar
Where is Visakhar located?
Visakhar village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Visakhar?
The Village Panchayat of Visakhar is Ambavane.
What is the pincode of Visakhar?
The pincode of Visakhar is 410401.
What is the population of Visakhar?
Visakhar had a total population of 171, including 81 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Visakhar?
Visakhar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visakhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visakhar was 69.44%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 53.42%.