Punola - Bardez, North Goa
Punola is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Ucassaim-paliem-punola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punola is 626680. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.41 hectares and falls under the 403507 pincode.
Punola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aldona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punola
As per Census 2011, Punola village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 445 males and 419 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punola are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punola
Punola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punola
Punola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panaji to Punola is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Punola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punola
Where is Punola located?
Punola village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punola?
The Gram Panchayat of Punola is Ucassaim-paliem-punola.
What is the pincode of Punola?
The pincode of Punola is 403507.
What is the population of Punola?
Punola has a total population of 864, including 445 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Punola?
There are 199 households in Punola.
What is the literacy rate in Punola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punola is 82.41%. Male literacy is 82.92% and female literacy is 81.86%.