Pargaon - Purandhar, Pune
Pargaon is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pargoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pargaon is 556460. The village covers a total geographical area of 1984 hectares and falls under the 412104 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pargaon
As per Census 2011, Pargaon village has a total population of 2,891 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,409 females. The village has 653 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,067 literate and 824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,891 | 1,482 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 152 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,067 | 1,171 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 311 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Pargaon
Pargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhosalewadi | East | 2.09 km |
| Khanvadi | South | 2.49 km |
| Munjvadi | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Singapur | North | 3.42 km |
| Udachiwadi | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Rajewadi | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Walunj | South | 4.75 km |
| Kumbharvalan | West | 4.93 km |
| Nilunj | South | 5.10 km |
| Vanpuri | North-West | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pargaon
Pargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajevadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Pargaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pargaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pargaon
Where is Pargaon located?
Pargaon village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pargaon is Pargoan.
What is the pincode of Pargaon?
The pincode of Pargaon is 412104.
What is the population of Pargaon?
Pargaon has a total population of 2,891, including 1,482 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Pargaon?
There are 653 households in Pargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pargaon is 71.50%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 63.59%.