Punasan - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Punasan is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Bhiloda and around 20 km from Himatnagar. Punasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punasan is 510272. The village covers a total geographical area of 803.61 hectares and falls under the 383240 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Himatnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punasan
As per Census 2011, Punasan village has a total population of 1,319 people, consisting of 675 males and 644 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,319 | 675 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 104 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 529 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 146 | 255 |
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
Punasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Punasan is about 20 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punasan
Where is Punasan located?
Punasan village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha 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 383240.
What is the population of Punasan?
Punasan has a total population of 1,319, including 675 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Punasan?
There are 319 households in Punasan.
What is the literacy rate in Punasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punasan is 69.60%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 60.40%.