Pargaon Tarf Khed - Ambegaon, Pune
Pargaon Tarf Khed is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pargaon T. Khed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pargaon Tarf Khed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pargaon Tarf Khed is 555535. The village covers a total geographical area of 2153.69 hectares and falls under the 410512 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Pargaon Tarf Khed 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 Pargaon Tarf Khed
As per Census 2011, Pargaon Tarf Khed village has a total population of 3,504 people, consisting of 1,774 males and 1,730 females. The village has 674 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,384 literate and 1,120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pargaon Tarf Khed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,504 | 1,774 | 1,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 220 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 2,384 | 1,327 | 1,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,120 | 447 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Pargaon Tarf Khed
Pargaon Tarf Khed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tavharewadi | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Pacharnewadi | West | 3.77 km |
| Peth | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Khadakamala | North | 4.29 km |
| Chichbaiwadi | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Bhorwadi | North | 4.49 km |
| Gulani | South | 4.57 km |
| Tambademala | North | 5.45 km |
| Wafegaon | East | 5.70 km |
| Awasari Bk. | North-East | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pargaon Tarf Khed
Pargaon Tarf Khed 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 29.7 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 Pargaon Tarf Khed is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pargaon Tarf Khed is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pargaon Tarf Khed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pargaon Tarf Khed 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 Pargaon Tarf Khed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pargaon Tarf Khed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pargaon Tarf Khed
Where is Pargaon Tarf Khed located?
Pargaon Tarf Khed village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pargaon Tarf Khed?
The Gram Panchayat of Pargaon Tarf Khed is Pargaon T. Khed.
What is the pincode of Pargaon Tarf Khed?
The pincode of Pargaon Tarf Khed is 410512.
What is the population of Pargaon Tarf Khed?
Pargaon Tarf Khed has a total population of 3,504, including 1,774 males and 1,730 females.
How many households are there in Pargaon Tarf Khed?
There are 674 households in Pargaon Tarf Khed.
What is the literacy rate in Pargaon Tarf Khed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pargaon Tarf Khed is 68.04%. Male literacy is 74.80% and female literacy is 61.10%.