Puntamba - Rahta, Ahilyanagar
Puntamba is a village situated in the Rahta tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Rahta and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Puntamba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puntamba is 557595. The village covers a total geographical area of 3091 hectares and falls under the 413707 pincode. Rahta Pimplas is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Puntamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puntamba
As per Census 2011, Puntamba village has a total population of 13,098 people, consisting of 6,670 males and 6,428 females. The village has 2,724 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,688 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,279 literate and 3,819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,082 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puntamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,098 | 6,670 | 6,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,688 | 900 | 788 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,333 | 1,163 | 1,170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,082 | 553 | 529 |
| Literate Population | 9,279 | 5,128 | 4,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,819 | 1,542 | 2,277 |
Nearby Villages of Puntamba
Puntamba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongaon | North | 3.74 km |
| Matulthan | East | 4.20 km |
| Gondegaon | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Jalgaon | South | 5.43 km |
| Rampurwadi | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Rastapur | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Elamwadi | South | 5.60 km |
| Naygaon | East | 6.44 km |
| Nathu Patalachiwadi | West | 6.64 km |
| Babtara | North | 7.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puntamba
Puntamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Puntamba, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 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 Rahta Pimplas to Puntamba is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Puntamba is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puntamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puntamba 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 Puntamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puntamba 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Puntamba
Where is Puntamba located?
Puntamba village is located in Rahta Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puntamba?
Puntamba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puntamba?
The pincode of Puntamba is 413707.
What is the population of Puntamba?
Puntamba has a total population of 13,098, including 6,670 males and 6,428 females.
How many households are there in Puntamba?
There are 2,724 households in Puntamba.
What is the literacy rate in Puntamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puntamba is 70.84%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 64.58%.