Echakewadi - Shirur, Pune
Echakewadi 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 63 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kawathe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Echakewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Echakewadi is 555570. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 412218 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Echakewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Echakewadi
As per Census 2011, Echakewadi village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 298 males and 306 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Echakewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 298 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 227 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 71 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Echakewadi
Echakewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savindane | West | 2.25 km |
| Kawathe (yamai) | East | 2.41 km |
| Pondewadi | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Midgulwadi | South | 4.40 km |
| Munjalwadi | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Mandalewadi | South-West | 5.65 km |
| Lakhangaon | North | 5.83 km |
| Pahaddara | North-West | 6.20 km |
| Khadakwadi | West | 6.53 km |
| Wadgaon Pir | South-West | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Echakewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Echakewadi. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 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 Shirur to Echakewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Echakewadi is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Echakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Echakewadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Echakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Echakewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Echakewadi
Where is Echakewadi located?
Echakewadi village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Echakewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Echakewadi is Kawathe.
What is the pincode of Echakewadi?
The pincode of Echakewadi is 412218.
What is the population of Echakewadi?
Echakewadi has a total population of 604, including 298 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Echakewadi?
There are 126 households in Echakewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Echakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Echakewadi is 67.38%. Male literacy is 76.17% and female literacy is 58.82%.