Thugaon - Ambegaon, Pune
Thugaon 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Thugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thugaon is 555522. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 410512 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Thugaon 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 Thugaon
As per Census 2011, Thugaon village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 563 males and 556 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 810 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 563 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 448 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 115 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Thugaon
Thugaon 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 | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Kolharwadi | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bhawadi | South | 2.00 km |
| Walunjwadi | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Tambademala | East | 3.68 km |
| Kurwandi | West | 4.07 km |
| Peth | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Bhorwadi | East | 5.17 km |
| Bahirwadi | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Mordewadi | North-East | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thugaon
Public transport in the Thugaon 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 33.8 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 Thugaon is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Thugaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thugaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thugaon
Where is Thugaon located?
Thugaon village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thugaon?
Thugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thugaon?
The pincode of Thugaon is 410512.
What is the population of Thugaon?
Thugaon has a total population of 1,119, including 563 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Thugaon?
There are 210 households in Thugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thugaon is 72.39%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 65.11%.