Punnur (S) - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Punnur (S) is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kasnsur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punnur (S) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnur (S) is 539557. The village covers a total geographical area of 1510.62 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Punnur (S) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punnur (S)
As per Census 2011, Punnur (S) village has a total population of 928 people, consisting of 452 males and 476 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 915 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punnur (S) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 452 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 915 | 443 | 472 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 231 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 221 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Punnur (S)
Punnur (S) 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 Punnur (S)
Punnur (S) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Punnur (S) is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punnur (S)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnur (S) 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 Punnur (S)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnur (S) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punnur (S)
Where is Punnur (S) located?
Punnur (S) village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnur (S)?
The Gram Panchayat of Punnur (S) is Kasnsur.
What is the pincode of Punnur (S)?
The pincode of Punnur (S) is 442704.
What is the population of Punnur (S)?
Punnur (S) has a total population of 928, including 452 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Punnur (S)?
There are 165 households in Punnur (S).
What is the literacy rate in Punnur (S)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnur (S) is 46.34%. Male literacy is 51.11% and female literacy is 41.81%.