Wadgaon Pir - Ambegaon, Pune
Wadgaon Pir is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Wadgaon Pir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Pir is 555555. The village covers a total geographical area of 1008.1 hectares and falls under the 410510 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Wadgaon Pir 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 Wadgaon Pir
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon Pir village had a total population of 1,381 people, including 677 males and 704 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 66.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 1,381 | 677 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 75 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 24 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 519 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 158 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Pir
Wadgaon Pir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandalewadi | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Loni | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Khadakwadi | North | 3.80 km |
| Savindane | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Khairenagar | South | 5.03 km |
| Shirdale | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Pahaddara | North | 5.45 km |
| Midgulwadi | East | 5.56 km |
| Gadakwadi | West | 6.39 km |
| Kanhur Mesai | South-East | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon Pir
Public transport in the Wadgaon Pir is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchvad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 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 Wadgaon Pir is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Wadgaon Pir is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Pir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Pir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Pir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadgaon Pir 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 Wadgaon Pir
Where is Wadgaon Pir located?
Wadgaon Pir village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon Pir?
Wadgaon Pir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Pir?
The pincode of Wadgaon Pir is 410510.
What is the population of Wadgaon Pir?
Wadgaon Pir had a total population of 1,381, including 677 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Pir?
Wadgaon Pir had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Pir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Pir was 75.88%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 66.31%.