Punacha - Bantval, Dakshina Kannada
Punacha is a village situated in the Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bantval and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Punacha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punacha is 617596. The village covers a total geographical area of 2785.38 hectares and falls under the 574243 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Punacha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puttur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punacha
According to the 2011 Census, Punacha village had a total population of 7,978 people, including 4,009 males and 3,969 females, living in 1,620 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.21%, with male literacy at 92.22% and female literacy at 82.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 507, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,253.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punacha
Punacha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balnadu (rural) | East | 3.04 km |
| Kepu | West | 3.36 km |
| Irde | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Vittalmudnoor | North | 5.18 km |
| Bettampady | South-East | 6.58 km |
| Kudippadi | North | 6.62 km |
| Aryapu (rural) | East | 6.75 km |
| Alike | West | 6.90 km |
| Kula | North | 7.16 km |
| Panaje | South | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punacha
Punacha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Punacha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Punacha is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punacha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punacha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punacha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punacha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punacha
Where is Punacha located?
Punacha village is located in Bantval Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punacha?
Punacha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punacha?
The pincode of Punacha is 574243.
What is the population of Punacha?
Punacha had a total population of 7,978, including 4,009 males and 3,969 females.
How many households are there in Punacha?
Punacha had 1,620 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punacha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punacha was 87.21%. Male literacy was 92.22% and female literacy was 82.17%.