Punakota - Dhanpur, Dahod
Punakota is a village situated in the Dhanpur taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Dhanpur and around 27 km from Dohad. Punakota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punakota is 519653. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.68 hectares and falls under the 389382 pincode. Dohad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Punakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punakota
According to the 2011 Census, Punakota village had a total population of 1,130 people, including 578 males and 552 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.08%, with male literacy at 16.22% and female literacy at 15.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,130.
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 | 1,130 | 578 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 171 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,130 | 578 | 552 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 997 | 512 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Punakota
Punakota 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 Punakota
Punakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dohad to Punakota is about 27 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 Punakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punakota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punakota
Where is Punakota located?
Punakota village is located in Dhanpur Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punakota?
Punakota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punakota?
The pincode of Punakota is 389382.
What is the population of Punakota?
Punakota had a total population of 1,130, including 578 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Punakota?
Punakota had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punakota was 16.08%. Male literacy was 16.22% and female literacy was 15.95%.