Lakhangaon - Ambegaon, Pune
Lakhangaon is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Lakhangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhangaon is 555547. The village covers a total geographical area of 1246 hectares and falls under the 412406 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lakhangaon 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 Lakhangaon
As per Census 2011, Lakhangaon village has a total population of 2,024 people, consisting of 1,043 males and 981 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,312 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakhangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,024 | 1,043 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 733 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 310 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhangaon
Lakhangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondewadi | South | 2.25 km |
| Kathapur Bk. | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Devgaon | North | 3.00 km |
| Chandoh | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Kathapur Kh. | North | 4.99 km |
| Pahaddara | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Pimparkhed | North | 5.76 km |
| Echakewadi | South | 5.83 km |
| Jarkarwadi | West | 5.91 km |
| Savindane | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakhangaon
Lakhangaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ranjangaon Rd, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 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 Lakhangaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Lakhangaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakhangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhangaon 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lakhangaon
Where is Lakhangaon located?
Lakhangaon village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakhangaon?
Lakhangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakhangaon?
The pincode of Lakhangaon is 412406.
What is the population of Lakhangaon?
Lakhangaon has a total population of 2,024, including 1,043 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Lakhangaon?
There are 394 households in Lakhangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhangaon is 64.82%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 59.02%.