Punaj - Matar, Kheda
Punaj is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Punaj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punaj is 517546. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.95 hectares and falls under the 387520 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Punaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punaj
As per Census 2011, Punaj village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 487 males and 442 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punaj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 487 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 370 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 117 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Punaj
Punaj 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 Punaj
Public transport in the Punaj 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 Nadiad to Punaj is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punaj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punaj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punaj
Where is Punaj located?
Punaj village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punaj?
Punaj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punaj?
The pincode of Punaj is 387520.
What is the population of Punaj?
Punaj has a total population of 929, including 487 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Punaj?
There are 192 households in Punaj.
What is the literacy rate in Punaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punaj is 68.25%. Male literacy is 75.98% and female literacy is 59.73%.