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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Munjwadi village had a total population of 4,129 people, including 2,130 males and 1,999 females, living in 885 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.19%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 71.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 998, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Munjwadi?
Munjwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munjwadi?
The pincode of Munjwadi is 415523.
What is the population of Munjwadi?
Munjwadi had a total population of 4,129, including 2,130 males and 1,999 females.
How many households are there in Munjwadi?
Munjwadi had 885 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munjwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munjwadi was 78.19%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 71.27%.