Peth - Ambegaon, Pune
Peth 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. Peth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peth is 555526. The village covers a total geographical area of 1748.11 hectares and falls under the 410512 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Peth 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 Peth
As per Census 2011, Peth village has a total population of 5,415 people, consisting of 2,734 males and 2,681 females. The village has 1,116 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,118 literate and 1,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 438 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,415 | 2,734 | 2,681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 303 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 221 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 4,118 | 2,257 | 1,861 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,297 | 477 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Peth
Peth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karegaon | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Tambademala | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Pacharnewadi | South | 3.35 km |
| Bhawadi | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Bhorwadi | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Pargaon Tarf Khed | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Thugaon | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Khadakamala | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Kalechiwadi | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Tavharewadi | East | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peth
Peth 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 31.1 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 Peth is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Peth 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 Peth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peth 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 Peth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peth
Where is Peth located?
Peth village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peth?
Peth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peth?
The pincode of Peth is 410512.
What is the population of Peth?
Peth has a total population of 5,415, including 2,734 males and 2,681 females.
How many households are there in Peth?
There are 1,116 households in Peth.
What is the literacy rate in Peth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peth is 76.05%. Male literacy is 82.55% and female literacy is 69.41%.