Punadi (Tasgaon) - Tasgaon, Sangli
Punadi (Tasgaon) is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Pundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punadi (Tasgaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadi (Tasgaon) is 568681. The village covers a total geographical area of 1210.73 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Punadi (Tasgaon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punadi (Tasgaon)
As per Census 2011, Punadi (Tasgaon) village has a total population of 1,927 people, consisting of 983 males and 944 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,419 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punadi (Tasgaon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,927 | 983 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 782 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 201 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Punadi (Tasgaon)
Punadi (Tasgaon) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhairvawadi | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Gotewadi | North | 3.00 km |
| Lodhe | East | 3.41 km |
| Arwade | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Vanjarwadi | West | 4.04 km |
| Visapur | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Chinchani | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Dorli | East | 5.27 km |
| Kaulage | East | 6.01 km |
| Dhavali | West | 6.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punadi (Tasgaon)
Punadi (Tasgaon) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 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 Tasgaon to Punadi (Tasgaon) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Punadi (Tasgaon) is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punadi (Tasgaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadi (Tasgaon) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punadi (Tasgaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadi (Tasgaon) 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 Punadi (Tasgaon)
Where is Punadi (Tasgaon) located?
Punadi (Tasgaon) village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadi (Tasgaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadi (Tasgaon) is Pundi.
What is the pincode of Punadi (Tasgaon)?
The pincode of Punadi (Tasgaon) is 416312.
What is the population of Punadi (Tasgaon)?
Punadi (Tasgaon) has a total population of 1,927, including 983 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Punadi (Tasgaon)?
There are 443 households in Punadi (Tasgaon).
What is the literacy rate in Punadi (Tasgaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadi (Tasgaon) is 73.64%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 67.48%.