Puyani Village - Palam, Parbhani
Puyani is a village situated in the Palam tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Puini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puyani is 547118. The village covers a total geographical area of 892.89 hectares and falls under the 431720 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Puyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puyani
As per Census 2011, Puyani village has a total population of 1,774 people, consisting of 941 males and 833 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puyani are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 941 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 298 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 630 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 311 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Puyani
Puyani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshwadi | West | 2.17 km |
| Adgaon | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Teljapur | South | 3.03 km |
| Palam | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Kandalgaon | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Pethpimpalgaon | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Dhupa | East | 4.31 km |
| Ajamabad | West | 4.45 km |
| Sarfrajpur | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Khoras | South-East | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puyani
Puyani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 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 Gangakhed to Puyani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Puyani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puyani 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 Puyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puyani
Where is Puyani located?
Puyani village is located in Palam Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Puyani is Puini.
What is the pincode of Puyani?
The pincode of Puyani is 431720.
What is the population of Puyani?
Puyani has a total population of 1,774, including 941 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Puyani?
There are 399 households in Puyani.
What is the literacy rate in Puyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puyani is 58.17%. Male literacy is 66.95% and female literacy is 48.26%.