Pungaon - Parola, Jalgaon
Pungaon is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Shevage Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pungaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungaon is 527565. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.56 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pungaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pungaon
As per Census 2011, Pungaon village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 68 males and 77 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pungaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Pungaon
Pungaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vichkhede | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Shevage Bk. | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Parola | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Shirsode | West | 3.02 km |
| Bodarde | East | 3.17 km |
| Mahalpur | North | 3.20 km |
| Karanji Bk | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Undirkhede | South | 4.61 km |
| Pimpal Bhairao | West | 4.74 km |
| Vanjari Kh. | East | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pungaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pungaon. The nearest railway station is Amalner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parola to Pungaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Pungaon is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pungaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pungaon
Where is Pungaon located?
Pungaon village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pungaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pungaon is Shevage Bk..
What is the pincode of Pungaon?
The pincode of Pungaon is 425111.
What is the population of Pungaon?
Pungaon has a total population of 145, including 68 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Pungaon?
There are 30 households in Pungaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pungaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungaon is 67.59%. Male literacy is 66.18% and female literacy is 68.83%.