Punajinagar - Sakri, Dhule
Punajinagar is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Punajinagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punajinagar is 526375. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.97 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Punajinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punajinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Punajinagar village had a total population of 712 people, including 349 males and 363 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.03%, with male literacy at 37.88% and female literacy at 24.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 705.
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 | 712 | 349 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 346 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 111 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 238 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Punajinagar
Punajinagar 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 Punajinagar
Punajinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nawapur to Punajinagar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Punajinagar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punajinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punajinagar 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 Punajinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punajinagar 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 Punajinagar
Where is Punajinagar located?
Punajinagar village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punajinagar?
Punajinagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punajinagar?
The pincode of Punajinagar is 424306.
What is the population of Punajinagar?
Punajinagar had a total population of 712, including 349 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Punajinagar?
Punajinagar had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punajinagar was 31.03%. Male literacy was 37.88% and female literacy was 24.68%.