Pingori - Purandhar, Pune
Pingori is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pingori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingori is 556524. The village covers a total geographical area of 1705 hectares and falls under the 412305 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Pingori 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 Pingori
According to the 2011 Census, Pingori village had a total population of 1,112 people, including 542 males and 570 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.95%, with male literacy at 90.80% and female literacy at 75.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,112 | 542 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 444 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 98 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Pingori
Pingori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakurde | North | 3.83 km |
| Daundaj | East | 4.79 km |
| Parinche | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Takrarwadi | North | 5.41 km |
| Harni | South | 5.97 km |
| Hargude | West | 6.52 km |
| Pangare | North-West | 7.20 km |
| Walhe | South-East | 7.25 km |
| Belsar | North | 7.85 km |
| Kolvihire | East | 8.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pingori
Pingori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Daundaj, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pingori is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pingori is about 61 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 Pingori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingori 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 Pingori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pingori
Where is Pingori located?
Pingori village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pingori?
Pingori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pingori?
The pincode of Pingori is 412305.
What is the population of Pingori?
Pingori had a total population of 1,112, including 542 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Pingori?
Pingori had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingori was 82.95%. Male literacy was 90.80% and female literacy was 75.58%.