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
According to the 2011 Census, Ahupe village had a total population of 1,107 people, including 556 males and 551 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.79%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 76.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,014.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,107, including 556 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Ahupe?
Ahupe had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahupe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahupe was 81.79%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 76.46%.