Punjapar - Lathi, Amreli
Punjapar is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Harsurpur-punjapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punjapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjapar is 515488. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.19 hectares and falls under the 365435 pincode. Lathi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punjapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjapar
According to the 2011 Census, Punjapar village had a total population of 14 people, including 10 males and 4 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Punjapar
Punjapar 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 Punjapar
Public transport in the Punjapar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Punjapar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lathi to Punjapar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Punjapar is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punjapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punjapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punjapar
Where is Punjapar located?
Punjapar village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punjapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjapar is Harsurpur-punjapadar.
What is the pincode of Punjapar?
The pincode of Punjapar is 365435.
What is the population of Punjapar?
Punjapar had a total population of 14, including 10 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Punjapar?
Punjapar had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjapar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.