Punwara Kalan - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Punwara Kalan is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Makarjhir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punwara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punwara Kalan is 495830. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.31 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Punwara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punwara Kalan
As per Census 2011, Punwara Kalan village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 333 males and 278 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punwara Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 333 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 74 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 219 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 114 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Punwara Kalan
Punwara Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghodi | North | 2.31 km |
| Jowa | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Khairnara | South | 2.48 km |
| Karanpur Mal | East | 2.50 km |
| Boriya Kalan | East | 2.55 km |
| Sanai Dongari | West | 3.10 km |
| Gungni | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Ghurwada | North | 3.94 km |
| Punwara Khurd | South | 4.35 km |
| Jhariya | South-East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punwara Kalan
Punwara Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lakhnadon to Punwara Kalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Punwara Kalan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punwara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punwara Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punwara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punwara Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punwara Kalan
Where is Punwara Kalan located?
Punwara Kalan village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punwara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Punwara Kalan is Makarjhir.
What is the pincode of Punwara Kalan?
The pincode of Punwara Kalan is 480886.
What is the population of Punwara Kalan?
Punwara Kalan has a total population of 611, including 333 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Punwara Kalan?
There are 138 households in Punwara Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Punwara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punwara Kalan is 58.27%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 49.28%.