Pargaon - Daund, Pune
Pargaon is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pargaon is 556369. The village covers a total geographical area of 3046 hectares and falls under the 412203 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pargaon
As per Census 2011, Pargaon village has a total population of 8,253 people, consisting of 4,285 males and 3,968 females. The village has 1,690 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 924 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,852 literate and 2,401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 332 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,253 | 4,285 | 3,968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 924 | 514 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,121 | 561 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 158 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 5,852 | 3,268 | 2,584 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,401 | 1,017 | 1,384 |
Nearby Villages of Pargaon
Pargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khopodi | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Galandwadi | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Ganesh Road | East | 4.62 km |
| Deshmukh Mala | South | 4.69 km |
| Ranjangaon Sandas | North | 4.80 km |
| Nangaon | East | 4.88 km |
| Amoni Mal | East | 4.93 km |
| Delvadi | West | 5.05 km |
| Handalwadi | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Dapodi | South-East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pargaon
Pargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kedgaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daund to Pargaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pargaon is about 70 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 Pargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pargaon 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 Pargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pargaon
Where is Pargaon located?
Pargaon village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pargaon?
Pargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pargaon?
The pincode of Pargaon is 412203.
What is the population of Pargaon?
Pargaon has a total population of 8,253, including 4,285 males and 3,968 females.
How many households are there in Pargaon?
There are 1,690 households in Pargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pargaon is 70.91%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 65.12%.