Veer - Purandhar, Pune
Veer is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Vir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veer is 556521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1871 hectares and falls under the 412312 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Veer 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 Veer
As per Census 2011, Veer village has a total population of 2,375 people, consisting of 1,222 males and 1,153 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,932 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,375 | 1,222 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 112 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,932 | 1,036 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 186 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Veer
Veer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wathar Bk. | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Tondal | West | 3.98 km |
| Harni | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Tondal | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Mandaki | East | 5.40 km |
| Gunand | West | 5.41 km |
| Bhade | South | 5.65 km |
| Shedgewadi | South-East | 5.82 km |
| Mahur | North-West | 6.02 km |
| Taprewadi | North-West | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veer
Veer 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 40.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Veer is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Veer is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veer
Where is Veer located?
Veer village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veer?
The Gram Panchayat of Veer is Vir.
What is the pincode of Veer?
The pincode of Veer is 412312.
What is the population of Veer?
Veer has a total population of 2,375, including 1,222 males and 1,153 females.
How many households are there in Veer?
There are 531 households in Veer.
What is the literacy rate in Veer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veer is 81.35%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 77.71%.