Purangaon - Yevla, Nashik
Purangaon is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Purangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purangaon is 551434. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 423401 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purangaon
As per Census 2011, Purangaon village has a total population of 1,321 people, consisting of 686 males and 635 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 686 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 102 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 539 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 147 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Purangaon
Purangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shevage | North | 1.38 km |
| Erandgaon Bk. | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Dahegaon Dhul | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Neurgaon | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Jalgaon Neur | West | 3.19 km |
| Satare | North | 3.26 km |
| Erandgaon Kh. | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Pimpalgaon Lep | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Dhulgaon | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Bhingare | South | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purangaon
Purangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yeola, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 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 Yevla to Purangaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Purangaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Purangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purangaon
Where is Purangaon located?
Purangaon village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purangaon?
Purangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purangaon?
The pincode of Purangaon is 423401.
What is the population of Purangaon?
Purangaon has a total population of 1,321, including 686 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Purangaon?
There are 242 households in Purangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Purangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purangaon is 76.46%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 74.17%.