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.
Here you can discover what makes Punal unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Punal’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Punal has a total population of about 3,016, with approximately 1,575 males and 1,441 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.26%, with male literacy at about 78.29% and female literacy near 59.40%. There are around 643 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.