Punacha
Punacha is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Punacha village is also a gram panchayat.
Punacha has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada 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 Punacha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punacha is 617596. The village spans a total geographical area of 2785.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574243. Puttur is nearest town to Punacha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Punacha
Population of Punacha
Below is a concise population overview of Punacha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,978 | 4,009 | 3,969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 348 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 257 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,253 | 1,142 | 1,111 |
| Literate Population | 6,363 | 3,376 | 2,987 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 633 | 982 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punacha village:
- The total population of Punacha village is around 7,978, including approximately 4,009 males and 3,969 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 682 children aged 0–6 years in Punacha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punacha village has 507 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,253 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punacha village is about 79.76%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 75.26%.
- There are around 1,620 households in Punacha village.
Connectivity of Punacha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punacha. As per the 2011 stats, Punacha 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punacha
Knowing the nearby villages of Punacha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punacha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punacha
- Where is Punacha located?
- Punacha village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punacha?
- Punacha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punacha?
- The pincode of Punacha is 574243, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punacha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punacha is 7,978, with 4,009 males and 3,969 females.
- How many households are there in Punacha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punacha village has a total of 1,620 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punacha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punacha is 79.76%. The male literacy rate is 84.21%, while the female literacy rate is 75.26%.