Purandawade - Malshiras, Solapur
Purandawade is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Purandawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purandawade is 562429. The village covers a total geographical area of 707 hectares and falls under the 413111 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Purandawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purandawade
According to the 2011 Census, Purandawade village had a total population of 3,706 people, including 1,942 males and 1,764 females, living in 881 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 67.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 875, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Purandawade
Purandawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadashivnagar | West | 1.80 km |
| Yeliv | East | 2.10 km |
| Bhamburdi | South | 2.33 km |
| Medad | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Tamsidwadi | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Jadhavwadi | South | 4.46 km |
| Mandave | West | 5.25 km |
| Markadwadi | North | 5.84 km |
| Malshiras | East | 7.11 km |
| Kanher | South | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purandawade
Purandawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Purandawade is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Purandawade is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purandawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purandawade 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purandawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purandawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purandawade
Where is Purandawade located?
Purandawade village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purandawade?
Purandawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purandawade?
The pincode of Purandawade is 413111.
What is the population of Purandawade?
Purandawade had a total population of 3,706, including 1,942 males and 1,764 females.
How many households are there in Purandawade?
Purandawade had 881 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purandawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purandawade was 75.45%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 67.55%.