Punkhede
Punkhede is a village located in Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Raver (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Punkhede village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punkhede unique in its vibrant Raver-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Punkhede’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punkhede
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punkhede is 526888. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425508. Raver is nearest town to Punkhede village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
As per 2019 stats, Punkhede village comes under Raver assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Punkhede
Population of Punkhede
According to the 2011 Census, Punkhede has a total population of about 1,292, with approximately 684 males and 608 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 218 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.59%, with male literacy at about 79.09% and female literacy near 63.16%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punkhede's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,292 | 684 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 78 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 111 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 541 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 143 | 224 |
Connectivity of Punkhede
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punkhede. As per the 2011 stats, Punkhede had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punkhede
Knowing the nearby villages of Punkhede helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punkhede.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punkhede
- Where is Punkhede located?
- Punkhede village is situated in Raver Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punkhede?
- Punkhede serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punkhede?
- The pincode of Punkhede is 425508, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punkhede as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punkhede is 1,292, with 684 males and 608 females.
- How many households are there in Punkhede as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punkhede village has a total of 317 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punkhede as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punkhede is 71.59%. The male literacy rate is 79.09%, while the female literacy rate is 63.16%.