Don - Ambegaon, Pune
Don 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. Tirpad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Don village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Don is 555417. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.15 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Don 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 Don
According to the 2011 Census, Don village had a total population of 439 people, including 230 males and 209 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.58%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 69.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 436.
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 | 439 | 230 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 228 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 172 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 58 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Don
Don 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tirpad | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Hatvij | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Aghane | West | 2.90 km |
| Pimpargane | West | 3.23 km |
| Asane | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Patan | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Nanavade | South | 4.57 km |
| Nhaved | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Kushire Bk. | South | 4.60 km |
| Bhivade Kh. | North-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Don
Don is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 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 Junnar to Don is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Don 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 Don
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Don village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Don
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Don village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Don
Where is Don located?
Don village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Don?
The Gram Panchayat of Don is Tirpad.
What is the pincode of Don?
The pincode of Don is 410503.
What is the population of Don?
Don had a total population of 439, including 230 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Don?
Don had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Don?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don was 79.58%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 69.19%.