Punegaon
Punegaon is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Punegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punegaon unique in its vibrant Dindori-Nashik region. You’ll see Punegaon’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 Punegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punegaon is 550621. The village spans a total geographical area of 692 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Punegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
As per 2019 stats, Punegaon village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Punegaon
Population of Punegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Punegaon has a total population of about 1,169, with approximately 583 males and 586 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 862. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.05%, with male literacy at about 67.24% and female literacy near 52.90%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 583 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 428 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 392 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 191 | 276 |
Connectivity of Punegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Punegaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Punegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punegaon
- Where is Punegaon located?
- Punegaon village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punegaon?
- Punegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punegaon is 1,169, with 583 males and 586 females.
- How many households are there in Punegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punegaon village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punegaon is 60.05%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 52.90%.