Pangaon - Barshi, Solapur
Pangaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangaon is 562077. The village covers a total geographical area of 4535.14 hectares and falls under the 413403 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pangaon
As per Census 2011, Pangaon village has a total population of 6,307 people, consisting of 3,291 males and 3,016 females. The village has 1,306 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 706 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,261 literate and 2,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,307 | 3,291 | 3,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 360 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 228 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 4,261 | 2,432 | 1,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,046 | 859 | 1,187 |
Nearby Villages of Pangaon
Pangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rastapur | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Kalambwadi (p) | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Dadshinge | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Undegaon | South | 4.49 km |
| Kalegaon | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Sakat | East | 5.70 km |
| Kavhe | North-West | 5.72 km |
| Saundare | North | 6.19 km |
| Balewadi | North-West | 6.94 km |
| Bavi | North-East | 7.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pangaon
Pangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uplai, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Pangaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pangaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pangaon
Where is Pangaon located?
Pangaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangaon?
Pangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pangaon?
The pincode of Pangaon is 413403.
What is the population of Pangaon?
Pangaon has a total population of 6,307, including 3,291 males and 3,016 females.
How many households are there in Pangaon?
There are 1,306 households in Pangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangaon is 67.56%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 60.64%.