Bhugaon Village - Mulshi, Pune
Bhugaon is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Bhugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhugaon is 556129. The village covers a total geographical area of 1141 hectares and falls under the 412215 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bhugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhugaon
As per Census 2011, Bhugaon village has a total population of 5,949 people, consisting of 3,322 males and 2,627 females. The village has 1,411 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,228 literate and 1,721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhugaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,949 | 3,322 | 2,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 393 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 213 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 4,228 | 2,499 | 1,729 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,721 | 823 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Bhugaon
Bhugaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhukum | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Lavale | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Mukaiwadi | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Nande | North | 6.17 km |
| Botarwadi | South-West | 7.55 km |
| Mulkhed | North-West | 7.61 km |
| Bhare | West | 7.67 km |
| Kudaje | South | 7.95 km |
| Chande | North-West | 8.13 km |
| Kasar Amboli | West | 8.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhugaon
Bhugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shivajinagar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pune to Bhugaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Bhugaon is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhugaon 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 Bhugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhugaon 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 Bhugaon
Where is Bhugaon located?
Bhugaon village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhugaon?
Bhugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhugaon?
The pincode of Bhugaon is 412215.
What is the population of Bhugaon?
Bhugaon has a total population of 5,949, including 3,322 males and 2,627 females.
How many households are there in Bhugaon?
There are 1,411 households in Bhugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bhugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhugaon is 71.07%. Male literacy is 75.23% and female literacy is 65.82%.