Watunde - Mulshi, Pune
Watunde is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Watunde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watunde is 556177. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 412215 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Watunde 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 Watunde
As per Census 2011, Watunde village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 250 males and 265 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watunde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 250 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 170 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 80 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Watunde
Watunde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wanjale | East | 1.83 km |
| Kharavade | North | 2.52 km |
| Malegaon | East | 3.03 km |
| Vede | West | 3.38 km |
| Saiv Bk. | South | 3.51 km |
| Bhode | West | 3.56 km |
| Kolavade | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Mose Bk | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Andgaon | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Varasgaon | South-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watunde
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Watunde. The nearest railway station is Shivajinagar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 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 Watunde is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Watunde is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watunde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watunde 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watunde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watunde 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 Watunde
Where is Watunde located?
Watunde village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watunde?
Watunde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watunde?
The pincode of Watunde is 412215.
What is the population of Watunde?
Watunde has a total population of 515, including 250 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Watunde?
There are 132 households in Watunde.
What is the literacy rate in Watunde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watunde is 55.92%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 44.53%.