Nhavara Village - Shirur, Pune
Nhavara is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Nhavare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nhavara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nhavara is 555650. The village covers a total geographical area of 3471.88 hectares and falls under the 412211 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Nhavara 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 Nhavara
As per Census 2011, Nhavara village has a total population of 7,429 people, consisting of 3,874 males and 3,555 females. The village has 1,561 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 951 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,207 literate and 2,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 890 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nhavara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,429 | 3,874 | 3,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 951 | 517 | 434 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 890 | 461 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 5,207 | 2,938 | 2,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,222 | 936 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Nhavara
Nhavara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kohakdewadi | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Ambale | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Alegaon Paga | South-West | 5.86 km |
| Nirvi | East | 6.03 km |
| Andhalgaon | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Uralgaon | West | 6.25 km |
| Gunat | East | 7.11 km |
| Nimone | North-East | 7.19 km |
| Kolgaon Dolas | South-East | 8.07 km |
| Chavhanwadi | North | 8.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nhavara
Nhavara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kedgaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 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 Nhavara is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Nhavara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nhavara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nhavara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nhavara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nhavara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nhavara
Where is Nhavara located?
Nhavara village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nhavara?
The Gram Panchayat of Nhavara is Nhavare.
What is the pincode of Nhavara?
The pincode of Nhavara is 412211.
What is the population of Nhavara?
Nhavara has a total population of 7,429, including 3,874 males and 3,555 females.
How many households are there in Nhavara?
There are 1,561 households in Nhavara.
What is the literacy rate in Nhavara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nhavara is 70.09%. Male literacy is 75.84% and female literacy is 63.83%.