Malwadi - Shirur, Pune
Malwadi is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Malwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwadi is 555566. The village covers a total geographical area of 736 hectares and falls under the 412403 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Malwadi 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 Malwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Malwadi village had a total population of 1,281 people, including 660 males and 621 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 87.28% and female literacy at 69.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 1,281 | 660 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 494 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 166 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Malwadi
Malwadi 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 Malwadi
Malwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Malwadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Malwadi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwadi 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 Malwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malwadi
Where is Malwadi located?
Malwadi village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malwadi?
Malwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malwadi?
The pincode of Malwadi is 412403.
What is the population of Malwadi?
Malwadi had a total population of 1,281, including 660 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Malwadi?
Malwadi had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malwadi was 78.55%. Male literacy was 87.28% and female literacy was 69.39%.