Arangaon - Shirur, Pune
Arangaon is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Alegaonpaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arangaon is 555648. The village covers a total geographical area of 556 hectares and falls under the 412210 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Arangaon 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 Arangaon
As per Census 2011, Arangaon village has a total population of 1,010 people, consisting of 515 males and 495 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,010 | 515 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 352 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 163 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Arangaon
Arangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koregaon Bhiwar | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Panwali | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Vadgaonbande | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Telewadi | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Uralgaon | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Takali | West | 5.18 km |
| Shivtakrar Mahalungi | North-West | 5.44 km |
| Parodi | North | 5.64 km |
| Alegaon Paga | East | 5.65 km |
| Dahiwadi | North | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arangaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Arangaon. The nearest railway station is Yevat, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 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 Arangaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Arangaon 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 Arangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arangaon 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 Arangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arangaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arangaon
Where is Arangaon located?
Arangaon village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Arangaon is Alegaonpaga.
What is the pincode of Arangaon?
The pincode of Arangaon is 412210.
What is the population of Arangaon?
Arangaon has a total population of 1,010, including 515 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Arangaon?
There are 172 households in Arangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Arangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arangaon is 59.70%. Male literacy is 68.35% and female literacy is 50.71%.