Tondal - Purandhar, Pune
Tondal is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Tondal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tondal is 556520. The village covers a total geographical area of 719 hectares and falls under the 412312 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tondal 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 Tondal
As per Census 2011, Tondal village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 639 males and 646 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tondal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 639 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 514 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 125 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Tondal
Tondal 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 | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Gunand | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Penjalwadi | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Vatharhinge | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Nhavi | West | 3.87 km |
| Veer | East | 3.98 km |
| Mahur | North | 4.19 km |
| Loni | South | 4.89 km |
| Tondal | South | 5.04 km |
| Bholi | South-West | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tondal
Tondal 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 38.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Tondal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Tondal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tondal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tondal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tondal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tondal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tondal
Where is Tondal located?
Tondal village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tondal?
Tondal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tondal?
The pincode of Tondal is 412312.
What is the population of Tondal?
Tondal has a total population of 1,285, including 639 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Tondal?
There are 280 households in Tondal.
What is the literacy rate in Tondal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tondal is 73.00%. Male literacy is 80.44% and female literacy is 65.63%.