Punapada - Sailana, Ratlam
Punapada is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Chandera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punapada is 470538. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.85 hectares and falls under the 457001 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Punapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punapada
As per Census 2011, Punapada village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 221 males and 200 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 221 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 220 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 152 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Punapada
Punapada 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 Punapada
Punapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailana to Punapada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Punapada is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Punapada
Where is Punapada located?
Punapada village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Punapada is Chandera.
What is the pincode of Punapada?
The pincode of Punapada is 457001.
What is the population of Punapada?
Punapada has a total population of 421, including 221 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Punapada?
There are 99 households in Punapada.
What is the literacy rate in Punapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punapada is 28.27%. Male literacy is 31.22% and female literacy is 25.00%.