Punwar
Punwar is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 147km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Punwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punwar unique in its vibrant Karmala-Solapur region. You’ll see Punwar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punwar is 561809. The village spans a total geographical area of 1088 hectares. Karmala is nearest town to Punwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punwar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punwar
Population of Punwar
According to the 2011 Census, Punwar has a total population of about 1,904, with approximately 988 males and 916 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 99. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.29%, with male literacy at about 70.45% and female literacy near 55.57%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,904 | 988 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 128 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 696 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 292 | 407 |
Connectivity of Punwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punwar. As per the 2011 stats, Punwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Punwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punwar
- Where is Punwar located?
- Punwar village is situated in Karmala Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punwar?
- Punwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punwar is 1,904, with 988 males and 916 females.
- How many households are there in Punwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punwar village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punwar is 63.29%. The male literacy rate is 70.45%, while the female literacy rate is 55.57%.