Punadra - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Punadra is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Sadani Muvadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punadra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadra is 510642. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.1 hectares and falls under the 383205 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punadra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punadra
According to the 2011 Census, Punadra village had a total population of 1,222 people, including 635 males and 587 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.45%, with male literacy at 89.60% and female literacy at 58.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 635 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 465 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 170 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Punadra
Punadra 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 Punadra
Public transport in the Punadra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talod to Punadra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Punadra is about 30 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 Punadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Punadra
Where is Punadra located?
Punadra village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punadra?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadra is Sadani Muvadi.
What is the pincode of Punadra?
The pincode of Punadra is 383205.
What is the population of Punadra?
Punadra had a total population of 1,222, including 635 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Punadra?
Punadra had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadra was 74.45%. Male literacy was 89.60% and female literacy was 58.32%.