Nighotwadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Nighotwadi 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Nighotwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nighotwadi is 555519. The village covers a total geographical area of 1207.85 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nighotwadi 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 Nighotwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Nighotwadi village had a total population of 4,709 people, including 2,401 males and 2,308 females, living in 959 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.89%, with male literacy at 88.86% and female literacy at 72.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 850.
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 | 4,709 | 2,401 | 2,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 300 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 850 | 416 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 3,374 | 1,867 | 1,507 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,335 | 534 | 801 |
Nearby Villages of Nighotwadi
Nighotwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nighotwadi
Nighotwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nighotwadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Nighotwadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nighotwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nighotwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nighotwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nighotwadi 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nighotwadi
Where is Nighotwadi located?
Nighotwadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nighotwadi?
Nighotwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nighotwadi?
The pincode of Nighotwadi is 410503.
What is the population of Nighotwadi?
Nighotwadi had a total population of 4,709, including 2,401 males and 2,308 females.
How many households are there in Nighotwadi?
Nighotwadi had 959 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nighotwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nighotwadi was 80.89%. Male literacy was 88.86% and female literacy was 72.80%.