Puntamba
Puntamba is a village located in Rahta tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rahta (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Puntamba village is also a gram panchayat.
Puntamba has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Puntamba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puntamba is 557595. The village spans a total geographical area of 3091 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413707. Rahta Pimplas is nearest town to Puntamba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puntamba 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 Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puntamba
Population of Puntamba
Below is a concise population overview of Puntamba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puntamba village:
- The total population of Puntamba village is around 13,098, including approximately 6,670 males and 6,428 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,688 children aged 0–6 years in Puntamba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puntamba village has 2,333 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,082 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puntamba village is about 70.84%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 64.58%.
- There are around 2,724 households in Puntamba village.
Connectivity of Puntamba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puntamba. As per the 2011 stats, Puntamba 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Puntamba
Knowing the nearby villages of Puntamba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puntamba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puntamba
- Where is Puntamba located?
- Puntamba village is situated in Rahta Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puntamba?
- Puntamba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puntamba?
- The pincode of Puntamba is 413707, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puntamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puntamba is 13,098, with 6,670 males and 6,428 females.
- How many households are there in Puntamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puntamba village has a total of 2,724 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puntamba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puntamba is 70.84%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 64.58%.