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
According to the 2011 Census, Punapada village had a total population of 421 people, including 221 males and 200 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.06%, with male literacy at 42.33% and female literacy at 29.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 420.
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 | 421 | 221 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 421, including 221 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Punapada?
Punapada had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punapada was 36.06%. Male literacy was 42.33% and female literacy was 29.94%.