Pundiwadi - Palus, Sangli
Pundiwadi is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Pundi Wadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Pundiwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundiwadi is 568418. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.12 hectares and falls under the 416308 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pundiwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pundiwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pundiwadi village had a total population of 556 people, including 278 males and 278 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.04%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 88.21%.
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 | 556 | 278 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 230 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 48 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Pundiwadi
Pundiwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punadi Tarf Walava | North-East | 1.23 km |
| June Khed | West | 1.83 km |
| Nagarale | East | 2.19 km |
| Nave Khed | West | 2.57 km |
| Walwa | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Shirgaon | South | 3.42 km |
| Dudhondi | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Masuchiwadi | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Burli | East | 4.56 km |
| Nagthane | South-East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pundiwadi
Pundiwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Pundiwadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Pundiwadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundiwadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pundiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundiwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pundiwadi
Where is Pundiwadi located?
Pundiwadi village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pundiwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Pundiwadi is Pundi Wadi.
What is the pincode of Pundiwadi?
The pincode of Pundiwadi is 416308.
What is the population of Pundiwadi?
Pundiwadi had a total population of 556, including 278 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Pundiwadi?
Pundiwadi had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pundiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundiwadi was 91.04%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 88.21%.