Mandaki - Purandhar, Pune
Mandaki is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Mandaki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandaki is 556538. The village covers a total geographical area of 1835.75 hectares and falls under the 412305 pincode. Jejuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mandaki 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 Mandaki
As per Census 2011, Mandaki village has a total population of 3,678 people, consisting of 1,862 males and 1,816 females. The village has 764 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,628 literate and 1,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,678 | 1,862 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 211 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,628 | 1,484 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 378 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Mandaki
Mandaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pisurti | East | 3.05 km |
| Jeur | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Rui | South | 3.81 km |
| Wathar Bk. | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Walhe | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Harni | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Thopatewadi | East | 5.08 km |
| Veer | West | 5.40 km |
| Shedgewadi | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Pimpare Bk. | South-East | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandaki
Mandaki 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 42.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jejuri to Mandaki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Mandaki is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandaki 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mandaki
Where is Mandaki located?
Mandaki village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandaki?
Mandaki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandaki?
The pincode of Mandaki is 412305.
What is the population of Mandaki?
Mandaki has a total population of 3,678, including 1,862 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Mandaki?
There are 764 households in Mandaki.
What is the literacy rate in Mandaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandaki is 71.45%. Male literacy is 79.70% and female literacy is 63.00%.