Wegare - Mulshi, Pune
Wegare is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Wegare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wegare is 556164. The village covers a total geographical area of 2269 hectares and falls under the 412215 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Wegare 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 Wegare
According to the 2011 Census, Wegare village had a total population of 194 people, including 103 males and 91 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.15%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 40.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 56 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Wegare
Wegare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warak | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Temghar | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Bhoini | South | 4.46 km |
| Dasave | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Vadgaon | North | 4.91 km |
| Mugaon | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Lavharde | East | 5.24 km |
| Vede | East | 6.27 km |
| Padalghar | South | 6.31 km |
| Male | North-East | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wegare
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wegare. The nearest railway station is Kolad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 Pune to Wegare is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Wegare is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wegare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wegare 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 Wegare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wegare 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 Wegare
Where is Wegare located?
Wegare village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wegare?
Wegare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wegare?
The pincode of Wegare is 412215.
What is the population of Wegare?
Wegare had a total population of 194, including 103 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Wegare?
Wegare had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wegare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wegare was 52.15%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 40.28%.