Punwar - Karmala, Solapur
Punwar is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Punwar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punwar is 561809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1088 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Punwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punwar
According to the 2011 Census, Punwar village had a total population of 1,904 people, including 988 males and 916 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 63.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punwar
Punwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Limbewadi | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Jategaon | East | 3.81 km |
| Jalkewadi | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Wadgaon (n) | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Chapadgaon | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Khatgaon | West | 6.16 km |
| Ravgaon | South | 6.31 km |
| Bajrangwadi | West | 6.45 km |
| Wadgaon Kh. | South | 6.81 km |
| Mangi | South-East | 6.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punwar
Punwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 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 Karmala to Punwar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Punwar is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punwar
Where is Punwar located?
Punwar village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Punwar?
Punwar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punwar?
The pincode of Punwar is 413203.
What is the population of Punwar?
Punwar had a total population of 1,904, including 988 males and 916 females.
How many households are there in Punwar?
Punwar had 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punwar was 72.46%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 63.39%.