Punadnagar - Kalwan, Nashik
Punadnagar is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Punadnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadnagar is 549784. The village covers a total geographical area of 2042.82 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Punadnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punadnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Punadnagar village had a total population of 2,785 people, including 1,355 males and 1,430 females, living in 614 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.41%, with male literacy at 27.93% and female literacy at 19.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,774.
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 | 2,785 | 1,355 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 349 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,774 | 1,350 | 1,424 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 281 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,300 | 1,074 | 1,226 |
Nearby Villages of Punadnagar
Punadnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khardedigar | South | 2.80 km |
| Manur | West | 3.60 km |
| Supale (di) | South | 4.38 km |
| Vathode | East | 4.43 km |
| Malagaon Bk. | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Salher | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Katharedigar | South | 6.36 km |
| Umbarde | South-West | 6.83 km |
| Pratapnagar | South | 7.32 km |
| Salwan | East | 7.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punadnagar
Public transport in the Punadnagar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| 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 Nashik to Punadnagar is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punadnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punadnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punadnagar
Where is Punadnagar located?
Punadnagar village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadnagar?
Punadnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punadnagar?
The pincode of Punadnagar is 423502.
What is the population of Punadnagar?
Punadnagar had a total population of 2,785, including 1,355 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Punadnagar?
Punadnagar had 614 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punadnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadnagar was 23.41%. Male literacy was 27.93% and female literacy was 19.14%.