Punegaon - Nanded
Punegaon is a village situated in the Nanded tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Nanded, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Punegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punegaon is 544729. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 431606 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Punegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanded South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punegaon
As per Census 2011, Punegaon village has a total population of 1,691 people, consisting of 869 males and 822 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 869 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 157 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 128 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 574 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 295 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Punegaon
Punegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siddhanath | North | 1.43 km |
| Wadi Puyad | West | 1.70 km |
| Wadi Kardel | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Wadgaon | West | 2.26 km |
| Amdura | East | 2.41 km |
| Nagapur | North | 2.44 km |
| Sattarpur | North | 2.62 km |
| Wasri | South | 2.77 km |
| Fattepur | West | 2.86 km |
| Wangi | North-West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punegaon
Punegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pathrad, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Punegaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punegaon
Where is Punegaon located?
Punegaon village is located in Nanded Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punegaon?
Punegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punegaon?
The pincode of Punegaon is 431606.
What is the population of Punegaon?
Punegaon has a total population of 1,691, including 869 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Punegaon?
There are 284 households in Punegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Punegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punegaon is 57.89%. Male literacy is 66.05% and female literacy is 49.27%.