Punjpur - Danta, Banas Kantha
Punjpur is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Punjpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjpur is 507904. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.05 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Punjpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjpur
According to the 2011 Census, Punjpur village had a total population of 2,612 people, including 1,328 males and 1,284 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.32%, with male literacy at 94.24% and female literacy at 70.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 2,612 | 1,328 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 234 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,783 | 1,031 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 297 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Punjpur
Punjpur 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 Punjpur
Public transport in the Punjpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Punjpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punjpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punjpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punjpur
Where is Punjpur located?
Punjpur village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punjpur?
Punjpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punjpur?
The pincode of Punjpur is 385120.
What is the population of Punjpur?
Punjpur had a total population of 2,612, including 1,328 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Punjpur?
Punjpur had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjpur was 82.32%. Male literacy was 94.24% and female literacy was 70.15%.