Karegaon - Shirur, Pune
Karegaon is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Karegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karegaon is 555614. The village covers a total geographical area of 1298 hectares and falls under the 412220 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karegaon
As per Census 2011, Karegaon village has a total population of 5,257 people, consisting of 2,694 males and 2,563 females. The village has 1,245 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 829 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,967 literate and 1,290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,257 | 2,694 | 2,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 829 | 450 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 364 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,967 | 2,115 | 1,852 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 579 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Karegaon
Karegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhulsar Kh. | South | 3.47 km |
| Dhok Sangavi | West | 3.77 km |
| Nimgaon Bhogi | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Ranjangaon Ganpati | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Bhambarde | South | 6.29 km |
| Karde | South-East | 6.79 km |
| Sone Sangavi | West | 6.90 km |
| Amdabad | North-West | 8.06 km |
| Pimpari Dumala | West | 8.39 km |
| Karanjavane | South-West | 8.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karegaon
Karegaon 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 35.6 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 Karegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Karegaon is about 60 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 Karegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karegaon
Where is Karegaon located?
Karegaon village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karegaon?
Karegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karegaon?
The pincode of Karegaon is 412220.
What is the population of Karegaon?
Karegaon has a total population of 5,257, including 2,694 males and 2,563 females.
How many households are there in Karegaon?
There are 1,245 households in Karegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Karegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karegaon is 75.46%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 72.26%.