Pundas
Pundas is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 90km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Pundas village is also a gram panchayat.
Pundas has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pundas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pundas is 552538. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.97 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Pundas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pundas 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pundas
Population of Pundas
Below is a concise population overview of Pundas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 632 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 75 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 508 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 124 | 205 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pundas village:
- The total population of Pundas village is around 1,243, including approximately 632 males and 611 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Pundas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pundas village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 155 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pundas village is about 73.53%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 66.45%.
- There are around 253 households in Pundas village.
Connectivity of Pundas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pundas. As per the 2011 stats, Pundas 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 Pundas
Knowing the nearby villages of Pundas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pundas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pundas
- Where is Pundas located?
- Pundas village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pundas?
- Pundas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pundas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pundas is 1,243, with 632 males and 611 females.
- How many households are there in Pundas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pundas village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pundas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pundas is 73.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.38%, while the female literacy rate is 66.45%.