Punasala - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Punasala is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Punasla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punasala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punasala is 477900. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197.51 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Punasala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punasala
As per Census 2011, Punasala village has a total population of 1,732 people, consisting of 880 males and 852 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 1,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punasala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 880 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 181 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,248 | 616 | 632 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 355 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,134 | 525 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Punasala
Punasala 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 Punasala
Punasala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Punasala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Punasala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punasala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punasala 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 Punasala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punasala 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Punasala
Where is Punasala located?
Punasala village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punasala?
The Gram Panchayat of Punasala is Punasla.
What is the pincode of Punasala?
The pincode of Punasala is 451331.
What is the population of Punasala?
Punasala has a total population of 1,732, including 880 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Punasala?
There are 326 households in Punasala.
What is the literacy rate in Punasala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punasala is 34.53%. Male literacy is 40.34% and female literacy is 28.52%.