Jiregaon - Daund, Pune
Jiregaon is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Jiregaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiregaon is 556398. The village covers a total geographical area of 2169.29 hectares and falls under the 412218 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jiregaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jiregaon
As per Census 2011, Jiregaon village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 1,000 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,345 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jiregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,078 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 146 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,345 | 780 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 298 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Jiregaon
Jiregaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kauthadi | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Pandharewadi | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Kurkumbh | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Vasunde | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Kharade Wadi | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Maladpatas | East | 6.62 km |
| Roti | North-West | 6.69 km |
| Mergalwadi | North-East | 7.03 km |
| Gadikhel | South-East | 7.21 km |
| Hinganigada | West | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jiregaon
Jiregaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malad Gaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daund to Jiregaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Jiregaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jiregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiregaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jiregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jiregaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jiregaon
Where is Jiregaon located?
Jiregaon village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiregaon?
Jiregaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jiregaon?
The pincode of Jiregaon is 412218.
What is the population of Jiregaon?
Jiregaon has a total population of 2,078, including 1,078 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Jiregaon?
There are 418 households in Jiregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jiregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiregaon is 64.73%. Male literacy is 72.36% and female literacy is 56.50%.