Punola
Punola is a village located in Bardez taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mapusa (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Ucassaim Palem is the gram panchayat of Punola village.
Here you can discover what makes Punola unique in its vibrant Bardez-North Goa region. You’ll see Punola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punola is 626680. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403507. Bardez is nearest town to Punola village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Punola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Aldona Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the North Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punola
Population of Punola
According to the 2011 Census, Punola has a total population of about 864, with approximately 445 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.41%, with male literacy at about 82.92% and female literacy near 81.86%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 445 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 369 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 76 | 76 |
Connectivity of Punola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punola. As per the 2011 stats, Punola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punola
Knowing the nearby villages of Punola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punola
- Where is Punola located?
- Punola village is situated in Bardez Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punola is Ucassaim Palem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punola?
- The pincode of Punola is 403507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punola is 864, with 445 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Punola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punola village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punola is 82.41%. The male literacy rate is 82.92%, while the female literacy rate is 81.86%.