Puni

Puni is a village located in Palsana taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Palsana (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Puni village is also a gram panchayat.

Puni 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 Puni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puni is 524257. The village spans a total geographical area of 678.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394352. Navsari is nearest town to Puni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Puni 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 Puni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,843 935 908
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 165 78 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 29 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,157 594 563
Literate Population 1,114 599 515
Illiterate Population 729 336 393

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

  • The total population of Puni village is around 1,843, including approximately 935 males and 908 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Puni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puni village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,157 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puni village is about 60.44%, with male literacy at 64.06% and female literacy at 56.72%.
  • There are around 443 households in Puni village.

Connectivity of Puni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puni. As per the 2011 stats, Puni 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Puni

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Puni

Where is Puni located?
Puni village is situated in Palsana Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puni?
Puni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puni?
The pincode of Puni is 394352, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puni is 1,843, with 935 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Puni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puni village has a total of 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puni is 60.44%. The male literacy rate is 64.06%, while the female literacy rate is 56.72%.