Punal
Punal is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Punal village is also a gram panchayat.
Punal has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Punal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punal is 567206. The village spans a total geographical area of 426.32 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Punal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punal
Population of Punal
Below is a concise population overview of Punal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,016 | 1,575 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 166 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 191 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,089 | 1,233 | 856 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 342 | 585 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punal village:
- The total population of Punal village is around 3,016, including approximately 1,575 males and 1,441 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 314 children aged 0–6 years in Punal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punal village has 359 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Punal village is about 69.26%, with male literacy at 78.29% and female literacy at 59.40%.
- There are around 643 households in Punal village.
Connectivity of Punal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punal. As per the 2011 stats, Punal 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punal
Knowing the nearby villages of Punal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punal
- Where is Punal located?
- Punal village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punal?
- Punal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punal is 3,016, with 1,575 males and 1,441 females.
- How many households are there in Punal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punal village has a total of 643 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punal is 69.26%. The male literacy rate is 78.29%, while the female literacy rate is 59.40%.