Karegaon - Ambegaon, Pune
Karegaon is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Karegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon is 555525. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 410512 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Karegaon 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 Karegaon
As per Census 2011, Karegaon village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 733 males and 721 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,078 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 733 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,078 | 596 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 137 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon
Karegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thugaon | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Bhawadi | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Tambademala | East | 2.50 km |
| Peth | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Kolharwadi | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Walunjwadi | North | 3.38 km |
| Bhorwadi | East | 3.85 km |
| Khadakamala | East | 4.96 km |
| Kurwandi | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Awasari Kh | North-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karegaon
Karegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Karegaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Karegaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karegaon
Where is Karegaon located?
Karegaon village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karegaon?
Karegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karegaon?
The pincode of Karegaon is 410512.
What is the population of Karegaon?
Karegaon has a total population of 1,454, including 733 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon?
There are 284 households in Karegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon is 74.14%. Male literacy is 81.31% and female literacy is 66.85%.