Pungaon
Pungaon is a village located in Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Pachora (tehsildar office) and 50km 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 Pachora-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 527882. The village spans a total geographical area of 654 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Pungaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pungaon 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 Pachora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the pachora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pungaon
Population of Pungaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pungaon has a total population of about 2,940, with approximately 1,544 males and 1,396 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 459 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 553. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.73%, with male literacy at about 75.52% and female literacy near 63.32%. There are around 656 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 | 2,940 | 1,544 | 1,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 210 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 247 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 278 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 2,050 | 1,166 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 378 | 512 |
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Pachora 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 2,940, with 1,544 males and 1,396 females.
- How many households are there in Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungaon village has a total of 656 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungaon is 69.73%. The male literacy rate is 75.52%, while the female literacy rate is 63.32%.