Dhumalwadi - Shirur, Pune
Dhumalwadi is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Shirasgaon Kata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumalwadi is 555663. The village covers a total geographical area of 929.76 hectares and falls under the 412210 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhumalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dhumalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhumalwadi village had a total population of 721 people, including 371 males and 350 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 82.39% and female literacy at 65.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 371 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 276 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 95 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumalwadi
Dhumalwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhumalwadi
Public transport in the Dhumalwadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shirur to Dhumalwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Dhumalwadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhumalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhumalwadi
Where is Dhumalwadi located?
Dhumalwadi village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhumalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumalwadi is Shirasgaon Kata.
What is the pincode of Dhumalwadi?
The pincode of Dhumalwadi is 412210.
What is the population of Dhumalwadi?
Dhumalwadi had a total population of 721, including 371 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Dhumalwadi?
Dhumalwadi had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumalwadi was 74.49%. Male literacy was 82.39% and female literacy was 65.91%.