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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Punvali village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 20 males and 20 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punvali are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Punvali?
The Gram Panchayat of Punvali is Nav.
What is the pincode of Punvali?
The pincode of Punvali is 415207.
What is the population of Punvali?
Punvali has a total population of 40, including 20 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Punvali?
There are 7 households in Punvali.
What is the literacy rate in Punvali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punvali is 50.00%. Male literacy is 55.00% and female literacy is 45.00%.