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
As per Census 2011, Don village has a total population of 439 people, consisting of 230 males and 209 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Don are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 230 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| 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 has a total population of 439, including 230 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Don?
There are 84 households in Don.
What is the literacy rate in Don?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don is 68.34%. Male literacy is 74.78% and female literacy is 61.24%.