Puna

Puna is a village located in Mahuva taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuva (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Puna village is also a gram panchayat.

Puna has its own place in the vibrant Surat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Puna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puna is 524395. The village spans a total geographical area of 303.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394248. Bardoli is nearest town to Puna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Puna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Puna

Below is a concise population overview of Puna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,565 748 817
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 64 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 11 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,497 717 780
Literate Population 1,232 604 628
Illiterate Population 333 144 189

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puna village:

  • The total population of Puna village is around 1,565, including approximately 748 males and 817 females, with a sex ratio of 1092 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Puna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puna village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,497 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puna village is about 78.72%, with male literacy at 80.75% and female literacy at 76.87%.
  • There are around 339 households in Puna village.

Connectivity of Puna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puna. As per the 2011 stats, Puna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Puna

Knowing the nearby villages of Puna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puna.

Frequently Asked Questions about Puna

Where is Puna located?
Puna village is situated in Mahuva Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puna?
Puna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puna?
The pincode of Puna is 394248, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puna is 1,565, with 748 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Puna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puna village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puna is 78.72%. The male literacy rate is 80.75%, while the female literacy rate is 76.87%.