Pedgaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Pedgaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Shrigonda and around 81 km from Ahmadnagar. Pedgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedgaon is 558481. The village covers a total geographical area of 2711.86 hectares and falls under the 413701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pedgaon
As per Census 2011, Pedgaon village has a total population of 5,231 people, consisting of 2,761 males and 2,470 females. The village has 1,073 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 640 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,504 literate and 1,727 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pedgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,231 | 2,761 | 2,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 362 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 474 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 3,504 | 1,993 | 1,511 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,727 | 768 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Pedgaon
Pedgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansewadi | West | 2.39 km |
| Anandwadi | East | 2.83 km |
| Chikalthanwadi | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Pedgaon | South | 3.97 km |
| Chorachiwadi | North | 4.22 km |
| Velu | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Wadgaon Darekar | South-West | 5.78 km |
| Ajnuj | West | 5.94 km |
| Bhingan Dumala | North-East | 6.13 km |
| Shedgaon | East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pedgaon
Pedgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shrigonda Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Pedgaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Pedgaon is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pedgaon
Where is Pedgaon located?
Pedgaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedgaon?
Pedgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pedgaon?
The pincode of Pedgaon is 413701.
What is the population of Pedgaon?
Pedgaon has a total population of 5,231, including 2,761 males and 2,470 females.
How many households are there in Pedgaon?
There are 1,073 households in Pedgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedgaon is 66.99%. Male literacy is 72.18% and female literacy is 61.17%.