Puna - Mandvi, Surat
Puna is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Puna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puna is 524055. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.47 hectares and falls under the 394163 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Puna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puna
As per Census 2011, Puna village has a total population of 1,743 people, consisting of 854 males and 889 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,558 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,743 | 854 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,558 | 764 | 794 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 588 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 266 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Puna
Puna 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 Puna
Puna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mandvi to Puna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Puna is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puna
Where is Puna located?
Puna village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puna?
Puna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puna?
The pincode of Puna is 394163.
What is the population of Puna?
Puna has a total population of 1,743, including 854 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Puna?
There are 385 households in Puna.
What is the literacy rate in Puna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puna is 62.99%. Male literacy is 68.85% and female literacy is 57.37%.