Punal - Panhala, Kolhapur
Punal is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Punal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punal is 567206. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.32 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Punal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punal
According to the 2011 Census, Punal village had a total population of 3,016 people, including 1,575 males and 1,441 females, living in 643 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.31%, with male literacy at 87.51% and female literacy at 66.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359.
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 | 3,016 | 1,575 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 166 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 191 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,089 | 1,233 | 856 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 342 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Punal
Punal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pushire T.borgaon | East | 1.27 km |
| Majnal | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Mhalunge Tarf Borgaon | East | 2.10 km |
| Tirpan | North | 2.22 km |
| Kale | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Digavade | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Katebhogaon | West | 2.58 km |
| Marali | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Kumbharwadi | West | 3.14 km |
| Mahadikwadi | North-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punal
Punal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Punal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punal
Where is Punal located?
Punal village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punal?
Punal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punal?
The pincode of Punal is 416205.
What is the population of Punal?
Punal had a total population of 3,016, including 1,575 males and 1,441 females.
How many households are there in Punal?
Punal had 643 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punal was 77.31%. Male literacy was 87.51% and female literacy was 66.20%.