Alegaon Paga Village - Shirur, Pune
Alegaon Paga is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Alegaonpaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alegaon Paga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alegaon Paga is 555649. The village covers a total geographical area of 2763.8 hectares and falls under the 412211 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Alegaon Paga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Alegaon Paga
As per Census 2011, Alegaon Paga village has a total population of 3,183 people, consisting of 1,653 males and 1,530 females. The village has 625 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,118 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alegaon Paga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,183 | 1,653 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 224 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 200 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 2,118 | 1,207 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 446 | 619 |
Nearby Villages of Alegaon Paga
Alegaon Paga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakshewadi | South | 3.73 km |
| Koregaon Bhiwar | West | 4.02 km |
| Valki | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Ranjangaon Sandas | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Uralgaon | North | 5.48 km |
| Arangaon | West | 5.65 km |
| Nhavara | North-East | 5.86 km |
| Kohakdewadi | East | 6.97 km |
| Andhalgaon | East | 7.29 km |
| Telewadi | West | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alegaon Paga
Alegaon Paga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khutbav, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shirur to Alegaon Paga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Alegaon Paga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alegaon Paga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alegaon Paga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alegaon Paga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alegaon Paga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Alegaon Paga
Where is Alegaon Paga located?
Alegaon Paga village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alegaon Paga?
The Gram Panchayat of Alegaon Paga is Alegaonpaga.
What is the pincode of Alegaon Paga?
The pincode of Alegaon Paga is 412211.
What is the population of Alegaon Paga?
Alegaon Paga has a total population of 3,183, including 1,653 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Alegaon Paga?
There are 625 households in Alegaon Paga.
What is the literacy rate in Alegaon Paga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alegaon Paga is 66.54%. Male literacy is 73.02% and female literacy is 59.54%.