Sal Village - Ambegaon, Pune
Sal is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Sal Babhulwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sal is 555479. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 412408 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sal 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 Sal
As per Census 2011, Sal village has a total population of 762 people, consisting of 354 males and 408 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 354 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 18 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 318 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 36 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Sal
Sal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambedara | South | 1.27 km |
| Talekarwadi | West | 1.38 km |
| Ghodegaon | East | 2.55 km |
| Pimpalgaon Tarf Ghoda | North | 3.49 km |
| Dhakale | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Phadalewadi Ugalewadi | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Gundalwadi | South | 4.40 km |
| Wada | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Shinoli | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Gawarwadi | East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sal
Sal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Sal is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sal is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sal 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 Sal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sal
Where is Sal located?
Sal village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sal is Sal Babhulwadi.
What is the pincode of Sal?
The pincode of Sal is 412408.
What is the population of Sal?
Sal has a total population of 762, including 354 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Sal?
There are 199 households in Sal.
What is the literacy rate in Sal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sal is 79.79%. Male literacy is 89.83% and female literacy is 71.08%.