Punjapur - Meghraj, Arvalli
Punjapur is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Meghraj and around 52 km from Himatnagar. Panibar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjapur is 510342. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.9 hectares and falls under the 383251 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Punjapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjapur
According to the 2011 Census, Punjapur village had a total population of 447 people, including 225 males and 222 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.32%, with male literacy at 85.20% and female literacy at 57.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 447 | 225 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 167 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 58 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Punjapur
Punjapur 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 Punjapur
Punjapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punjapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Meghraj to Punjapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Punjapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punjapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punjapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punjapur
Where is Punjapur located?
Punjapur village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjapur is Panibar.
What is the pincode of Punjapur?
The pincode of Punjapur is 383251.
What is the population of Punjapur?
Punjapur had a total population of 447, including 225 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Punjapur?
Punjapur had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjapur was 71.32%. Male literacy was 85.20% and female literacy was 57.07%.