Punaguda - Jiwati, Chandrapur
Punaguda is a village situated in the Jiwati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jiwati and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Punaguda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punaguda is 541716. The village covers a total geographical area of 884.67 hectares and falls under the 442908 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Punaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Punaguda village had a total population of 742 people, including 365 males and 377 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.39%, with male literacy at 65.41% and female literacy at 51.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 472, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 742 | 365 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 235 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 126 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 208 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 157 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Punaguda
Punaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umarzara | East | 3.02 km |
| Tatakohad | West | 3.47 km |
| Yergavhan | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Titvi | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Dewada | East | 4.72 km |
| Kawadgondi | North | 4.73 km |
| Khadki | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Chikhali Bk. | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Kakadghat | North-East | 5.78 km |
| Patan | West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punaguda
Public transport in the Punaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wirur, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 130.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rajura to Punaguda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Punaguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punaguda 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 Punaguda
Where is Punaguda located?
Punaguda village is located in Jiwati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Punaguda?
Punaguda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punaguda?
The pincode of Punaguda is 442908.
What is the population of Punaguda?
Punaguda had a total population of 742, including 365 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Punaguda?
Punaguda had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punaguda was 58.39%. Male literacy was 65.41% and female literacy was 51.27%.