Gulunche - Purandhar, Pune
Gulunche is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Gulunche village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulunche is 556535. The village covers a total geographical area of 2670 hectares and falls under the 412102 pincode. Jejuri is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gulunche village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulunche
As per Census 2011, Gulunche village has a total population of 2,754 people, consisting of 1,394 males and 1,360 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,136 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulunche are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,754 | 1,394 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 112 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 184 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 2,136 | 1,169 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 225 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Gulunche
Gulunche 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karnalwadi | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Thopatewadi | West | 2.63 km |
| Khandobachiwadi | East | 4.12 km |
| Rakh | North | 4.29 km |
| Pimpre Kh. | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Pisurti | West | 4.61 km |
| Gadadarwadi | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Nimbut | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Jeur | South-West | 5.64 km |
| Chaudhar Wadi | East | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulunche
Gulunche is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jejuri to Gulunche is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Gulunche is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulunche
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulunche village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulunche
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulunche village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gulunche
Where is Gulunche located?
Gulunche village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulunche?
Gulunche is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulunche?
The pincode of Gulunche is 412102.
What is the population of Gulunche?
Gulunche has a total population of 2,754, including 1,394 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Gulunche?
There are 626 households in Gulunche.
What is the literacy rate in Gulunche?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulunche is 77.56%. Male literacy is 83.86% and female literacy is 71.10%.