Punsri - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Punsri is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Amarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punsri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punsri is 510668. The village covers a total geographical area of 1395.65 hectares and falls under the 383307 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Punsri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punsri
As per Census 2011, Punsri village has a total population of 5,100 people, consisting of 2,653 males and 2,447 females. The village has 1,109 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,592 literate and 1,508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punsri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,100 | 2,653 | 2,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 302 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 214 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,592 | 2,107 | 1,485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,508 | 546 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Punsri
Punsri 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 Punsri
Public transport in the Punsri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talod to Punsri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Punsri is about 35 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 Punsri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punsri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punsri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punsri 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punsri
Where is Punsri located?
Punsri village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punsri?
The Gram Panchayat of Punsri is Amarapur.
What is the pincode of Punsri?
The pincode of Punsri is 383307.
What is the population of Punsri?
Punsri has a total population of 5,100, including 2,653 males and 2,447 females.
How many households are there in Punsri?
There are 1,109 households in Punsri.
What is the literacy rate in Punsri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punsri is 70.43%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 60.69%.