Alegaon Paga - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Alegaon Paga village had a total population of 3,183 people, including 1,653 males and 1,530 females, living in 625 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.30%, with male literacy at 84.46% and female literacy at 67.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 389, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,183, including 1,653 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Alegaon Paga?
Alegaon Paga had 625 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alegaon Paga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alegaon Paga was 76.30%. Male literacy was 84.46% and female literacy was 67.63%.