Ghodegaon - Ambegaon, Pune
Ghodegaon is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ghodegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodegaon is 555480. The village covers a total geographical area of 910 hectares and falls under the 412408 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ghodegaon 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 Ghodegaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodegaon village has a total population of 8,591 people, consisting of 4,377 males and 4,214 females. The village has 1,917 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 825 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,009 literate and 1,582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 763 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,591 | 4,377 | 4,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 825 | 440 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 283 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 352 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 7,009 | 3,756 | 3,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,582 | 621 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sal | West | 2.55 km |
| Ambedara | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Pimpalgaon Tarf Ghoda | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Gawarwadi | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Dhondmal Shindewadi | East | 3.74 km |
| Dhakale | South | 3.80 km |
| Talekarwadi | West | 3.90 km |
| Chincholi | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Shinoli | North-West | 5.87 km |
| Phadalewadi Ugalewadi | West | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Ghodegaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Ghodegaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghodegaon
Where is Ghodegaon located?
Ghodegaon village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodegaon?
The pincode of Ghodegaon is 412408.
What is the population of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon has a total population of 8,591, including 4,377 males and 4,214 females.
How many households are there in Ghodegaon?
There are 1,917 households in Ghodegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodegaon is 81.59%. Male literacy is 85.81% and female literacy is 77.20%.