Munjwadi - Phaltan, Satara
Munjwadi is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Munjwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munjwadi is 563303. The village covers a total geographical area of 1482.05 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Munjwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munjwadi
As per Census 2011, Munjwadi village has a total population of 4,129 people, consisting of 2,130 males and 1,999 females. The village has 885 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,857 literate and 1,272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munjwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,129 | 2,130 | 1,999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 241 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 523 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,857 | 1,599 | 1,258 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 531 | 741 |
Nearby Villages of Munjwadi
Munjwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanmantwadi | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Rajuri | South | 2.28 km |
| Shindenagar | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Shindewadi | East | 3.70 km |
| Pawarwadi | North | 3.83 km |
| Gunware | West | 3.98 km |
| Gokhali | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Asu | North-East | 5.60 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | East | 5.95 km |
| Dharmpuri | South-East | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munjwadi
Public transport in the Munjwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| 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 Phaltan to Munjwadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Munjwadi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munjwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munjwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Munjwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munjwadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Munjwadi
Where is Munjwadi located?
Munjwadi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munjwadi?
Munjwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munjwadi?
The pincode of Munjwadi is 415523.
What is the population of Munjwadi?
Munjwadi has a total population of 4,129, including 2,130 males and 1,999 females.
How many households are there in Munjwadi?
There are 885 households in Munjwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Munjwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munjwadi is 69.19%. Male literacy is 75.07% and female literacy is 62.93%.