Kolvihire - Purandhar, Pune
Kolvihire is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kolvihire village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolvihire is 556526. The village covers a total geographical area of 1850 hectares and falls under the 412303 pincode. Jejuri is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kolvihire 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 Kolvihire
As per Census 2011, Kolvihire village has a total population of 3,784 people, consisting of 1,919 males and 1,865 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,821 literate and 963 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolvihire are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,784 | 1,919 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 193 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 104 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,821 | 1,545 | 1,276 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 374 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Kolvihire
Kolvihire 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawadi Kade Pathar | East | 3.68 km |
| Nazare Supe | North | 4.00 km |
| Nawali | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Daundaj | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Jogwadi | East | 5.70 km |
| Jawalarjun | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Nazare Kade Pathar | North | 6.25 km |
| Ranamala | North | 6.51 km |
| Dhalewadi | North-West | 6.87 km |
| Rakh | South | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolvihire
Kolvihire is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Daundaj, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jejuri to Kolvihire is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kolvihire is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolvihire
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolvihire 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 Kolvihire
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolvihire village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolvihire
Where is Kolvihire located?
Kolvihire village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolvihire?
Kolvihire is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolvihire?
The pincode of Kolvihire is 412303.
What is the population of Kolvihire?
Kolvihire has a total population of 3,784, including 1,919 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Kolvihire?
There are 849 households in Kolvihire.
What is the literacy rate in Kolvihire?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolvihire is 74.55%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 68.42%.