Pur - Junnar, Pune
Pur is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pur is 555310. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pur
As per Census 2011, Pur village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 255 males and 269 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 255 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 251 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 214 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 41 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Pur
Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiroli Tarf Kukadneher | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Khadkumbe | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Phagul Gavhan | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Amboli | West | 2.33 km |
| Uchhil | South | 2.44 km |
| Chawand | East | 2.59 km |
| Usran | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Jalwandi | North | 3.20 km |
| Shinde | South | 3.54 km |
| Kewadi | East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pur
Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 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 Pur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pur is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pur
Where is Pur located?
Pur village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pur?
Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pur?
The pincode of Pur is 410502.
What is the population of Pur?
Pur has a total population of 524, including 255 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Pur?
There are 116 households in Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pur is 74.24%. Male literacy is 83.92% and female literacy is 65.06%.