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
As per Census 2011, Punjpur village has a total population of 2,612 people, consisting of 1,328 males and 1,284 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,783 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punjpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,612, including 1,328 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Punjpur?
There are 494 households in Punjpur.
What is the literacy rate in Punjpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjpur is 68.26%. Male literacy is 77.64% and female literacy is 58.57%.