Punadi - Mandvi, Kachchh
Punadi is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Punadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadi is 507255. The village covers a total geographical area of 3009.62 hectares and falls under the 370485 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Punadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punadi
As per Census 2011, Punadi village has a total population of 893 people, consisting of 458 males and 435 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 458 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 327 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 131 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Punadi
Punadi 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 Punadi
Punadi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Punadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Punadi is about 31 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 Punadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punadi
Where is Punadi located?
Punadi village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadi?
Punadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punadi?
The pincode of Punadi is 370485.
What is the population of Punadi?
Punadi has a total population of 893, including 458 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Punadi?
There are 184 households in Punadi.
What is the literacy rate in Punadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadi is 65.40%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 59.08%.