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.
Here you can discover what makes Pundas unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Pundas’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pundas has a total population of about 1,243, with approximately 632 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 155. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.53%, with male literacy at about 80.38% and female literacy near 66.45%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pundas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.