Pedgaon - Daund, Pune
Pedgaon is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pedgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedgaon is 556409. The village covers a total geographical area of 1213.15 hectares and falls under the 413801 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Pedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pedgaon village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 620 males and 616 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.34%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 65.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,236 | 620 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 456 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 164 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Pedgaon
Pedgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadgaon Darekar | West | 2.89 km |
| Shirapur | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Pedgaon | North | 3.97 km |
| Anandwadi | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Kansewadi | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Arvi | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Deulgaon Raje | South | 5.13 km |
| Ajnuj | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Jalalpur | East | 6.11 km |
| Siddhatek | South-East | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pedgaon
Public transport in the Pedgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Boribial, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 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 Pedgaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pedgaon is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedgaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedgaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pedgaon
Where is Pedgaon located?
Pedgaon village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pedgaon?
Pedgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pedgaon?
The pincode of Pedgaon is 413801.
What is the population of Pedgaon?
Pedgaon had a total population of 1,236, including 620 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Pedgaon?
Pedgaon had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedgaon was 74.34%. Male literacy was 83.06% and female literacy was 65.64%.