Pait - Khed, Pune
Pait is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pait village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pait is 555745. The village covers a total geographical area of 2051.4 hectares and falls under the 410505 pincode. Alandi is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pait
According to the 2011 Census, Pait village had a total population of 4,555 people, including 2,333 males and 2,222 females, living in 856 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.67%, with male literacy at 83.86% and female literacy at 60.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 497.
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 | 4,555 | 2,333 | 2,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 270 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 255 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 2,917 | 1,730 | 1,187 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 603 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Pait
Pait 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahire | West | 2.69 km |
| Raundhalwadi | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Talavade | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Koye | East | 3.40 km |
| Parale | West | 4.00 km |
| Torne Bk | West | 4.19 km |
| Dhamane | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Kohinde Bk. | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Waki Tarf Wada | South | 4.94 km |
| Kasari | West | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pait
Pait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 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 Alandi to Pait is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pait is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pait 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 Pait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pait 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pait
Where is Pait located?
Pait village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pait?
Pait is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pait?
The pincode of Pait is 410505.
What is the population of Pait?
Pait had a total population of 4,555, including 2,333 males and 2,222 females.
How many households are there in Pait?
Pait had 856 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pait was 72.67%. Male literacy was 83.86% and female literacy was 60.84%.