Pungaon
Pungaon is a village located in Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chopda (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Pungaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pungaon unique in its vibrant Chopda-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Pungaon’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 Pungaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungaon is 526750. The village spans a total geographical area of 621.47 hectares. Jalgaon is nearest town to Pungaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Pungaon
Population of Pungaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pungaon has a total population of about 1,126, with approximately 574 males and 552 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,071. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.28%, with male literacy at about 73.69% and female literacy near 56.52%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 574 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,071 | 543 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 423 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 151 | 240 |
Connectivity of Pungaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungaon. As per the 2011 stats, Pungaon 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 Pungaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungaon
- Where is Pungaon located?
- Pungaon village is situated in Chopda Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungaon?
- Pungaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungaon is 1,126, with 574 males and 552 females.
- How many households are there in Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungaon village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungaon is 65.28%. The male literacy rate is 73.69%, while the female literacy rate is 56.52%.