Pundhara - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Pundhara is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Pundhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundhara is 511195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1312.27 hectares and falls under the 382855 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Pundhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pundhara
As per Census 2011, Pundhara village has a total population of 6,424 people, consisting of 3,342 males and 3,082 females. The village has 1,483 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 601 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,978 literate and 1,446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pundhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,424 | 3,342 | 3,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 330 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 206 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,978 | 2,853 | 2,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,446 | 489 | 957 |
Nearby Villages of Pundhara
Pundhara 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 Pundhara
Pundhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pundhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Pundhara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Pundhara is about 32 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 Pundhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pundhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundhara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pundhara
Where is Pundhara located?
Pundhara village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pundhara?
Pundhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pundhara?
The pincode of Pundhara is 382855.
What is the population of Pundhara?
Pundhara has a total population of 6,424, including 3,342 males and 3,082 females.
How many households are there in Pundhara?
There are 1,483 households in Pundhara.
What is the literacy rate in Pundhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundhara is 77.49%. Male literacy is 85.37% and female literacy is 68.95%.