Pune is geographically located near confluence of the
Mula River and
Mutha River. This
capital city of
Pune District of
Maharashtra was capital of
Maratha Empire in
medieval era.
Location of Pune
This second largest
city of Maharashtra is located on the
Deccan Plateau region. The average elevation of Pune is about 560 meters from the sea level.
History of Pune
History of Pune traced back from the rule of
Rashtrakutas Dynasty. After the decline of Rashtrakutas,
Yadavas of Devgiri rose into prominence. Gradually, Sultans rose into power till
Mughal era. Later, Marathas took the control of Pune. But the
Anglo- Maratha War gave an opportunity for the rise of
British Empire in India. From 18th Century, Pune became the heart of
freedom struggle in
western India till
Independence in 1947.
Geography of Pune
Pune is positioned on the leeward side of
Western Ghats Mountain Range in India which separates it from the
Arabian Sea. The latitudinal limit of this place is ranging between 18 degree 29 minutes 45 seconds north and 73 degree 47 minutes 47 seconds south.
Climate of Pune
Pune enjoys a moderate temperature with summers commencing from early March which stays on till July. Pune has both
semi arid climate and
tropical wet and dry climate. The temperature ranges from 19 degree Celsius to 33 degree Celsius.
Demography of Pune
According to the Population Census 2011, Pune has the total population of about 3,124,458. The average literacy rate was 86.15 percent.
Marathi language is the official
language of Pune.
Administration of Pune
Pune is administered by Pune Municipal Corporation and Pune Metropolitan Regional Development Authority for the developments of the city.
Education of Pune
Known as the Oxford of East Pune has more than 100
educational institutions and more than 9 deemed
universities.
Pune University,
Symbiosis International University, Institute of Management Development and Research,
Tilak Maharashtra University and
Armed Forces Medical College are the popular
colleges and universities here.
Economy of Pune
Pune is the largest producer of
automobile. Pune is also the home of many German companies.
Culture of Pune
Pune is known for its
culture,
cuisines and
Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav. Sorghum and
millet are the main components of the cuisine of Pune. Pune also has large number of
cricket and
football stadiums.
Tourism in Pune
Pune has many
places to see. Some of them are
Chatushrungi Temple,
Pataleshwar Cave Temple,
Aga Khan Palace,
Shaniwar Wada,
Sinhagad fort,
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum,
Mahatma Phule Museum and
Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park.
Visiting Information
Pune is well connected with all other
states of India by
Pune Airport (
airways),
Central Railway Zone (
railways) and
National Highway 4 (
roadways).
