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.
Purandawade has its own place in the vibrant Solapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Purandawade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purandawade village:
- The total population of Purandawade village is around 3,706, including approximately 1,942 males and 1,764 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 476 children aged 0–6 years in Purandawade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purandawade village has 875 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 52 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purandawade village is about 65.76%, with male literacy at 71.58% and female literacy at 59.35%.
- There are around 881 households in Purandawade village.
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%.