Purandawade
Purandawade is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Purandawade village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purandawade unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Purandawade’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purandawade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purandawade is 562429. The village spans a total geographical area of 707 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Purandawade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purandawade village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Purandawade
Population of Purandawade
According to the 2011 Census, Purandawade has a total population of about 3,706, with approximately 1,942 males and 1,764 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 476 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 875 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 52. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.76%, with male literacy at about 71.58% and female literacy near 59.35%. There are around 881 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purandawade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,706 | 1,942 | 1,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 262 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 875 | 442 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,437 | 1,390 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 552 | 717 |
Connectivity of Purandawade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purandawade. As per the 2011 stats, Purandawade had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purandawade
Knowing the nearby villages of Purandawade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purandawade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purandawade
- Where is Purandawade located?
- Purandawade village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purandawade?
- Purandawade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Purandawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purandawade is 3,706, with 1,942 males and 1,764 females.
- How many households are there in Purandawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purandawade village has a total of 881 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purandawade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purandawade is 65.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.58%, while the female literacy rate is 59.35%.