Punat
Punat is a village located in Umbergaon taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Umbergaon (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Valsad. As per 2009 stats, Punat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punat unique in its vibrant Umbergaon-Valsad region. You’ll see Punat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punat is 523643. The village spans a total geographical area of 578.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396155. Vapi is nearest town to Punat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Punat
Population of Punat
According to the 2011 Census, Punat has a total population of about 2,621, with approximately 1,312 males and 1,309 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 298 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,459. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.77%, with male literacy at about 79.27% and female literacy near 64.25%. There are around 530 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,621 | 1,312 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 150 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,459 | 1,224 | 1,235 |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,040 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 272 | 468 |
Connectivity of Punat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punat. As per the 2011 stats, Punat 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punat
Knowing the nearby villages of Punat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punat
- Where is Punat located?
- Punat village is situated in Umbergaon Taluka, within the Valsad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punat?
- Punat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punat?
- The pincode of Punat is 396155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punat is 2,621, with 1,312 males and 1,309 females.
- How many households are there in Punat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punat village has a total of 530 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punat is 71.77%. The male literacy rate is 79.27%, while the female literacy rate is 64.25%.