Punewadi
Punewadi is a village located in Parner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Parner (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Punewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punewadi unique in its vibrant Parner-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Punewadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punewadi is 558319. The village spans a total geographical area of 1495 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Punewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punewadi
Population of Punewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Punewadi has a total population of about 2,971, with approximately 1,488 males and 1,483 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 105 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.54%, with male literacy at about 68.35% and female literacy near 50.71%. There are around 682 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,971 | 1,488 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 146 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,769 | 1,017 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,202 | 471 | 731 |
Connectivity of Punewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Punewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Punewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punewadi
- Where is Punewadi located?
- Punewadi village is situated in Parner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punewadi?
- Punewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punewadi is 2,971, with 1,488 males and 1,483 females.
- How many households are there in Punewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punewadi village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punewadi is 59.54%. The male literacy rate is 68.35%, while the female literacy rate is 50.71%.