Uralgaon Village - Shirur, Pune
Uralgaon 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. Uralgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uralgaon is 555647. The village covers a total geographical area of 2759 hectares and falls under the 412211 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Uralgaon 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 Uralgaon
As per Census 2011, Uralgaon village has a total population of 3,014 people, consisting of 1,566 males and 1,448 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,129 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uralgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,014 | 1,566 | 1,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 205 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,129 | 1,210 | 919 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 356 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Uralgaon
Uralgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahiwadi | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Arangaon | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Ambale | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Panwali | West | 5.34 km |
| Alegaon Paga | South | 5.48 km |
| Parodi | West | 5.55 km |
| Koregaon Bhiwar | South | 5.82 km |
| Nhavara | East | 6.25 km |
| Shivtakrar Mahalungi | West | 7.07 km |
| Bhambarde | North | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uralgaon
Uralgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khutbav, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Uralgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Uralgaon 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 Uralgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uralgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uralgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uralgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uralgaon
Where is Uralgaon located?
Uralgaon village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uralgaon?
Uralgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uralgaon?
The pincode of Uralgaon is 412211.
What is the population of Uralgaon?
Uralgaon has a total population of 3,014, including 1,566 males and 1,448 females.
How many households are there in Uralgaon?
There are 632 households in Uralgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Uralgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uralgaon is 70.64%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 63.47%.