Paunarkhari H. - Tumsar, Bhandara
Paunarkhari H. is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Pawanarkhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paunarkhari H. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paunarkhari H. is 536667. The village covers a total geographical area of 476 hectares and falls under the 441907 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Paunarkhari H. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paunarkhari H.
As per Census 2011, Paunarkhari H. village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 499 males and 464 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 612 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paunarkhari H. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 499 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 320 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 373 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 126 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Paunarkhari H.
Paunarkhari H. is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paunarkhari H.
Paunarkhari H. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paunarkhari H..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tumsar to Paunarkhari H. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Paunarkhari H. is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paunarkhari H.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paunarkhari H. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paunarkhari H.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paunarkhari H. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paunarkhari H.
Where is Paunarkhari H. located?
Paunarkhari H. village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paunarkhari H.?
The Gram Panchayat of Paunarkhari H. is Pawanarkhari.
What is the pincode of Paunarkhari H.?
The pincode of Paunarkhari H. is 441907.
What is the population of Paunarkhari H.?
Paunarkhari H. has a total population of 963, including 499 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Paunarkhari H.?
There are 200 households in Paunarkhari H..
What is the literacy rate in Paunarkhari H.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paunarkhari H. is 68.02%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 60.78%.