Punasan - Sidhpur, Patan
Punasan is a village situated in the Sidhpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Punasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punasan is 508778. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.6 hectares and falls under the 384151 pincode. Sidhpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Punasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punasan
As per Census 2011, Punasan village has a total population of 1,266 people, consisting of 656 males and 610 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 656 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 104 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 467 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 189 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Punasan
Punasan 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 Punasan
Public transport in the Punasan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sidhpur to Punasan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Punasan is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punasan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punasan 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 Punasan
Where is Punasan located?
Punasan village is located in Sidhpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punasan?
Punasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punasan?
The pincode of Punasan is 384151.
What is the population of Punasan?
Punasan has a total population of 1,266, including 656 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Punasan?
There are 237 households in Punasan.
What is the literacy rate in Punasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punasan is 59.56%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 47.05%.