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.
Pungaon has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Pungaon
Below is a concise population overview of Pungaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pungaon village:
- The total population of Pungaon village is around 2,940, including approximately 1,544 males and 1,396 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 383 children aged 0–6 years in Pungaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pungaon village has 459 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 553 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pungaon village is about 69.73%, with male literacy at 75.52% and female literacy at 63.32%.
- There are around 656 households in Pungaon village.
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%.