Mugaon - Mulshi, Pune
Mugaon is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Mugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugaon is 556184. The village covers a total geographical area of 1185 hectares and falls under the 412112 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Mugaon 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 Mugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mugaon village had a total population of 321 people, including 135 males and 186 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,378 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.60%, with male literacy at 47.47% and female literacy at 37.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 321 | 135 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 70 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Mugaon
Mugaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koloshi | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Bhoini | East | 2.84 km |
| Ugavali | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Sakhari | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Dhamanohol | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Gadale | South | 4.82 km |
| Dasave | East | 4.97 km |
| Wadavali | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Wegare | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Padalghar | East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mugaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mugaon. The nearest railway station is Kolad, 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 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 Mugaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Mugaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugaon 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 Mugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugaon 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 Mugaon
Where is Mugaon located?
Mugaon village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugaon?
Mugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mugaon?
The pincode of Mugaon is 412112.
What is the population of Mugaon?
Mugaon had a total population of 321, including 135 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Mugaon?
Mugaon had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugaon was 41.60%. Male literacy was 47.47% and female literacy was 37.41%.