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.
Punegaon has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Punegaon 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punegaon village:
- The total population of Punegaon village is around 1,169, including approximately 583 males and 586 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Punegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punegaon village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 862 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punegaon village is about 60.05%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 52.90%.
- There are around 205 households in Punegaon village.
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%.