Pategaon - Karjat, Ahilyanagar
Pategaon is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Karjat and around 67 km from Ahmadnagar. Pategaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pategaon is 558548. The village covers a total geographical area of 1895.22 hectares and falls under the 414401 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Pategaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pategaon village had a total population of 2,783 people, including 1,451 males and 1,332 females, living in 583 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.01%, with male literacy at 80.24% and female literacy at 57.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 2,783 | 1,451 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 211 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 196 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 995 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 456 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Pategaon
Pategaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawsarwadi | East | 3.70 km |
| Handalwadi | South | 4.01 km |
| Khandale | West | 4.29 km |
| Takli Khandeshwari | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Patewadi | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Mahi | North | 4.99 km |
| Nimbodi | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Anandwadi | East | 5.38 km |
| Goykarwadi | West | 5.66 km |
| Kaprewadi | South-West | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pategaon
Public transport in the Pategaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 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 Ahmadnagar to Pategaon is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pategaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pategaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pategaon
Where is Pategaon located?
Pategaon village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pategaon?
Pategaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pategaon?
The pincode of Pategaon is 414401.
What is the population of Pategaon?
Pategaon had a total population of 2,783, including 1,451 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Pategaon?
Pategaon had 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pategaon was 69.01%. Male literacy was 80.24% and female literacy was 57.02%.