Bhajgaon - Mawal, Pune
Bhajgaon is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Govitri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhajgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhajgaon is 555951. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.54 hectares and falls under the 410405 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhajgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bhajgaon
As per Census 2011, Bhajgaon village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 109 males and 125 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhajgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 109 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bhajgaon
Bhajgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valavanti | North | 1.83 km |
| Vadavali | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Somavadi | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Nesave | South | 2.41 km |
| Ukasan | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Velhavali | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Pale Nane Mawal | East | 3.71 km |
| Govitri | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Shirdhe | North | 3.73 km |
| Khandashi | West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhajgaon
Bhajgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamshet, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lonavala to Bhajgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Bhajgaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhajgaon 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 Bhajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhajgaon 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 Bhajgaon
Where is Bhajgaon located?
Bhajgaon village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhajgaon is Govitri.
What is the pincode of Bhajgaon?
The pincode of Bhajgaon is 410405.
What is the population of Bhajgaon?
Bhajgaon has a total population of 234, including 109 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Bhajgaon?
There are 50 households in Bhajgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bhajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhajgaon is 70.09%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 67.20%.