Ketkawale - Purandhar, Pune
Ketkawale is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ketkavale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ketkawale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ketkawale is 556510. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 412205 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ketkawale 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 Ketkawale
As per Census 2011, Ketkawale village has a total population of 1,250 people, consisting of 627 males and 623 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 904 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ketkawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 627 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 494 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 133 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Ketkawale
Ketkawale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ketkavane (nimme) | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Kumbhoshi | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Devadi | North | 2.81 km |
| Kamthadi | West | 3.68 km |
| Kapurhol | South | 3.72 km |
| Divale | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Kikvi | South | 4.37 km |
| Harishchandri | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Degaon | West | 4.43 km |
| Chivhewadi | North-East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ketkawale
Ketkawale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phursungi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Ketkawale is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Ketkawale is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ketkawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ketkawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ketkawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ketkawale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ketkawale
Where is Ketkawale located?
Ketkawale village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ketkawale?
The Gram Panchayat of Ketkawale is Ketkavale.
What is the pincode of Ketkawale?
The pincode of Ketkawale is 412205.
What is the population of Ketkawale?
Ketkawale has a total population of 1,250, including 627 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Ketkawale?
There are 275 households in Ketkawale.
What is the literacy rate in Ketkawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ketkawale is 72.32%. Male literacy is 78.79% and female literacy is 65.81%.