Faratwadi - Shirur, Pune
Faratwadi is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Mandavgan Pharata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faratwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faratwadi is 555669. The village covers a total geographical area of 741.7 hectares and falls under the 412210 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Faratwadi 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 Faratwadi
As per Census 2011, Faratwadi village has a total population of 1,216 people, consisting of 638 males and 578 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 907 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faratwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 638 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 68 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 512 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 126 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Faratwadi
Faratwadi 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 Faratwadi
Faratwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Faratwadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Faratwadi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Faratwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faratwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Faratwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faratwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Faratwadi
Where is Faratwadi located?
Faratwadi village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faratwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Faratwadi is Mandavgan Pharata.
What is the pincode of Faratwadi?
The pincode of Faratwadi is 412210.
What is the population of Faratwadi?
Faratwadi has a total population of 1,216, including 638 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Faratwadi?
There are 243 households in Faratwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Faratwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faratwadi is 74.59%. Male literacy is 80.25% and female literacy is 68.34%.