Punda
Punda is a village located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Punda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punda unique in its vibrant Akot-Akola region. You’ll see Punda’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 Punda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punda is 529818. The village spans a total geographical area of 1472.04 hectares. Akot is nearest town to Punda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punda 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 Akola East Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punda
Population of Punda
According to the 2011 Census, Punda has a total population of about 2,249, with approximately 1,142 males and 1,107 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 255 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 128. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.66%, with male literacy at about 84.41% and female literacy near 76.78%. There are around 529 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,249 | 1,142 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,814 | 964 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 178 | 257 |
Connectivity of Punda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punda. As per the 2011 stats, Punda 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 Punda
Knowing the nearby villages of Punda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punda
- Where is Punda located?
- Punda village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punda?
- Punda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punda is 2,249, with 1,142 males and 1,107 females.
- How many households are there in Punda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punda village has a total of 529 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punda is 80.66%. The male literacy rate is 84.41%, while the female literacy rate is 76.78%.