Punoti Bk. - Barshitakli, Akola
Punoti Bk. is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Punoti Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punoti Bk. is 530442. The village covers a total geographical area of 754 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Punoti Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punoti Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Punoti Bk. village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 879 males and 863 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.88%, with male literacy at 89.72% and female literacy at 75.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 346, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 879 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 101 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 167 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 698 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 181 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Punoti Bk.
Punoti Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padmin | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Punoti Kh. | East | 1.81 km |
| Sakani | South | 2.10 km |
| Jogalkhed | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Sayyadpur | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Dagadparwa | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Dhaba | South | 4.08 km |
| Lohgad | South | 4.12 km |
| Bormali | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Patkhed | North-West | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punoti Bk.
Punoti Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lohogad, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Punoti Bk. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punoti Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punoti Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punoti Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punoti Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punoti Bk.
Where is Punoti Bk. located?
Punoti Bk. village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punoti Bk.?
Punoti Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punoti Bk.?
The pincode of Punoti Bk. is 444401.
What is the population of Punoti Bk.?
Punoti Bk. had a total population of 1,742, including 879 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Punoti Bk.?
Punoti Bk. had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punoti Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punoti Bk. was 82.88%. Male literacy was 89.72% and female literacy was 75.80%.