Punvali - Patan, Satara
Punvali is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Nav serves as the Village Panchayat for Punvali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punvali is 564130. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.14 hectares and falls under the 415207 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Punvali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punvali
According to the 2011 Census, Punvali village had a total population of 40 people, including 20 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.61%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Punvali
Punvali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zadoli | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Dicholi | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Shirshinge | West | 4.19 km |
| Nawaja | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Mirgaon | South | 5.44 km |
| Kathi | East | 6.38 km |
| Kamargaon | South | 7.61 km |
| Vatole | South-East | 8.16 km |
| Mouje Owali | North-West | 8.35 km |
| Humbarli | South | 8.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punvali
The nearest railway station is Kamathe, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Punvali is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Punvali is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Punvali
Where is Punvali located?
Punvali village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Punvali?
The Village Panchayat of Punvali is Nav.
What is the pincode of Punvali?
The pincode of Punvali is 415207.
What is the population of Punvali?
Punvali had a total population of 40, including 20 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Punvali?
Punvali had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punvali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punvali was 60.61%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 52.94%.