Khambavadi - Velhe, Pune
Khambavadi is a village situated in the Velhe tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Velhe and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Margasani serves as the Village Panchayat for Khambavadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambavadi is 556641. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.39 hectares and falls under the 412213 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khambavadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambavadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khambavadi village had a total population of 713 people, including 365 males and 348 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.73%, with male literacy at 91.27% and female literacy at 65.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 713 | 365 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 303 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 62 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Khambavadi
Khambavadi 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 Khambavadi
Khambavadi 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 Pune to Khambavadi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khambavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambavadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khambavadi
Where is Khambavadi located?
Khambavadi village is located in Velhe Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khambavadi?
The Village Panchayat of Khambavadi is Margasani.
What is the pincode of Khambavadi?
The pincode of Khambavadi is 412213.
What is the population of Khambavadi?
Khambavadi had a total population of 713, including 365 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Khambavadi?
Khambavadi had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambavadi was 78.73%. Male literacy was 91.27% and female literacy was 65.38%.