Punat - Umbergaon, Valsad
Punat is a village situated in the Umbergaon taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umbergaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Punat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punat is 523643. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.52 hectares and falls under the 396155 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punat
As per Census 2011, Punat village has a total population of 2,621 people, consisting of 1,312 males and 1,309 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,881 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,459 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punat are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punat
Punat 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 Punat
Public transport in the Punat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vapi to Punat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Punat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punat
Where is Punat located?
Punat village is located in Umbergaon Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punat?
Punat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punat?
The pincode of Punat is 396155.
What is the population of Punat?
Punat has a total population of 2,621, including 1,312 males and 1,309 females.
How many households are there in Punat?
There are 530 households in Punat.
What is the literacy rate in Punat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punat is 71.77%. Male literacy is 79.27% and female literacy is 64.25%.