Punoti Kh. - Barshitakli, Akola
Punoti Kh. is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Punoti Kh. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punoti Kh. is 530499. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.51 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Punoti Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Punoti Kh. village has a total population of 1,543 people, consisting of 777 males and 766 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punoti Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,543 | 777 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 642 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 135 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Punoti Kh.
Punoti Kh. 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-West | 1.68 km |
| Punoti Bk. | West | 1.81 km |
| Sayyadpur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Jogalkhed | North | 2.45 km |
| Dagadparwa | North | 2.80 km |
| Sakani | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Haldoli | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Lohgad | South | 4.54 km |
| Pimpal Shenda | North | 4.63 km |
| Ujaleshwar | East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punoti Kh.
Punoti Kh. 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Punoti Kh. is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punoti Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punoti Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punoti Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punoti Kh.
Where is Punoti Kh. located?
Punoti Kh. village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punoti Kh.?
Punoti Kh. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punoti Kh.?
The pincode of Punoti Kh. is 444401.
What is the population of Punoti Kh.?
Punoti Kh. has a total population of 1,543, including 777 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Punoti Kh.?
There are 360 households in Punoti Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Punoti Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punoti Kh. is 76.86%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 71.02%.