Ahupe - Ambegaon, Pune
Ahupe is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ahupe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahupe is 555414. The village covers a total geographical area of 2697 hectares and falls under the 410509 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Ahupe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahupe
As per Census 2011, Ahupe village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 556 males and 551 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,014 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahupe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 556 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,014 | 506 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 428 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 128 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Ahupe
Ahupe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhdagad | West | 3.25 km |
| Sakeri | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Gorakhagad | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Khopivali | North | 4.49 km |
| Nhaved | East | 4.57 km |
| Pimpargane | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Aghane | East | 5.51 km |
| Patan | East | 5.94 km |
| Uchale | North-West | 5.96 km |
| Dehari | North-West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahupe
Public transport in the Ahupe is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 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 Junnar to Ahupe is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Ahupe is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahupe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahupe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahupe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahupe 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 Ahupe
Where is Ahupe located?
Ahupe village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahupe?
Ahupe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahupe?
The pincode of Ahupe is 410509.
What is the population of Ahupe?
Ahupe has a total population of 1,107, including 556 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Ahupe?
There are 182 households in Ahupe.
What is the literacy rate in Ahupe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahupe is 71.82%. Male literacy is 76.98% and female literacy is 66.61%.