Punas - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Punas is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Punas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punas is 565890. The village covers a total geographical area of 1127.9 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Punas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punas
As per Census 2011, Punas village has a total population of 1,334 people, consisting of 632 males and 702 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 932 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 632 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 932 | 504 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 128 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Punas
Punas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gautamgaon | East | 1.79 km |
| Virgaon | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Joshigaon | West | 1.91 km |
| Upale | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Chafet | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Kurne | East | 3.54 km |
| Ramane | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Vesurle | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Kot | South | 3.94 km |
| Ghadashigaon | East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punas
Punas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 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 Ratnagiri to Punas is about 24 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 Punas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punas
Where is Punas located?
Punas village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punas?
Punas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punas?
The pincode of Punas is 416712.
What is the population of Punas?
Punas has a total population of 1,334, including 632 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Punas?
There are 320 households in Punas.
What is the literacy rate in Punas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punas is 69.87%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 60.97%.