Kendur - Shirur, Pune
Kendur is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kendur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendur is 555594. The village covers a total geographical area of 4395.63 hectares and falls under the 412403 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kendur 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 Kendur
As per Census 2011, Kendur village has a total population of 4,864 people, consisting of 2,440 males and 2,424 females. The village has 1,030 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,383 literate and 1,481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 766 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,864 | 2,440 | 2,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 242 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 766 | 381 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 3,383 | 1,882 | 1,501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,481 | 558 | 923 |
Nearby Villages of Kendur
Kendur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchoshi | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Kanhersar | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Dhamari | East | 6.21 km |
| Karandi | South-East | 6.44 km |
| Davadi | West | 6.57 km |
| Bahul | South-West | 6.95 km |
| Mukhai | South-East | 7.19 km |
| Gosasi | North-West | 8.34 km |
| Pimpalgaon Tarf Khed | South-West | 8.61 km |
| Khairenagar | North-East | 8.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kendur
Kendur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kasar Wadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirur to Kendur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kendur 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 Kendur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kendur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kendur
Where is Kendur located?
Kendur village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendur?
Kendur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kendur?
The pincode of Kendur is 412403.
What is the population of Kendur?
Kendur has a total population of 4,864, including 2,440 males and 2,424 females.
How many households are there in Kendur?
There are 1,030 households in Kendur.
What is the literacy rate in Kendur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendur is 69.55%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 61.92%.