Punda - Akot, Akola
Punda is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Punda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punda is 529818. The village covers a total geographical area of 1472.04 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Punda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akola East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punda
As per Census 2011, Punda village has a total population of 2,249 people, consisting of 1,142 males and 1,107 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,814 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punda
Punda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammadpur | East | 2.28 km |
| Vitali | West | 2.59 km |
| Bambarda Bu. | South | 2.65 km |
| Rohankhed | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Asegaon Bajar | North | 4.18 km |
| Rajkheda | East | 4.30 km |
| Warur | West | 4.32 km |
| Sawargaon | West | 4.63 km |
| Yerandgaon | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Warud Bk. | East | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punda
Public transport in the Punda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akot to Punda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Punda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punda
Where is Punda located?
Punda village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punda?
Punda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punda?
The pincode of Punda is 444101.
What is the population of Punda?
Punda has a total population of 2,249, including 1,142 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Punda?
There are 529 households in Punda.
What is the literacy rate in Punda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punda is 80.66%. Male literacy is 84.41% and female literacy is 76.78%.