Mahur - Purandhar, Pune
Mahur is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Mahur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahur is 556515. The village covers a total geographical area of 1605 hectares and falls under the 412311 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahur 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 Mahur
As per Census 2011, Mahur village has a total population of 2,729 people, consisting of 1,402 males and 1,327 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,942 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,729 | 1,402 | 1,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,942 | 1,074 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 328 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Mahur
Mahur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taprewadi | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Mandhar | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Hargude | North | 4.11 km |
| Parinche | East | 4.11 km |
| Penjalwadi | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Tondal | South | 4.19 km |
| Veer | South-East | 6.02 km |
| Gunand | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Harni | East | 6.41 km |
| Nhavi | South-West | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahur
Mahur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valha, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 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 Sasvad to Mahur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Mahur 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 Mahur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahur 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 Mahur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahur 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 Mahur
Where is Mahur located?
Mahur village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahur?
Mahur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahur?
The pincode of Mahur is 412311.
What is the population of Mahur?
Mahur has a total population of 2,729, including 1,402 males and 1,327 females.
How many households are there in Mahur?
There are 562 households in Mahur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahur is 71.16%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 65.41%.