Golegaon - Shirur, Pune
Golegaon is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Golegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golegaon is 555613. The village covers a total geographical area of 1409 hectares and falls under the 412210 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Golegaon 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 Golegaon
As per Census 2011, Golegaon village has a total population of 2,244 people, consisting of 1,165 males and 1,079 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,747 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,244 | 1,165 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 982 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 183 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Golegaon
Golegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chavhanwadi | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Danewadi | East | 4.30 km |
| Karde | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Rajapur | East | 5.93 km |
| Hingani Dumala | North-East | 6.25 km |
| Nimone | South-East | 7.59 km |
| Ambale | South-West | 7.81 km |
| Babhulsar Kh. | West | 8.22 km |
| Math | East | 8.66 km |
| Karegaon | West | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golegaon
Golegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Visapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirur to Golegaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Golegaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Golegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golegaon 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 Golegaon
Where is Golegaon located?
Golegaon village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golegaon?
Golegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golegaon?
The pincode of Golegaon is 412210.
What is the population of Golegaon?
Golegaon has a total population of 2,244, including 1,165 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Golegaon?
There are 496 households in Golegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Golegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golegaon is 77.85%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 70.90%.