Purad (Punvat) - Wani, Yavatmal
Purad (Punvat) is a village situated in the Wani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wani and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Purad (punwat) serves as the Village Panchayat for Purad (Punvat) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purad (Punvat) is 544077. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.66 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purad (Punvat) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purad (Punvat)
According to the 2011 Census, Purad (Punvat) village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 706 males and 630 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.72%, with male literacy at 94.15% and female literacy at 82.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 391, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 1,336 | 706 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 208 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 595 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 111 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Purad (Punvat)
Purad (Punvat) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purad (Punvat)
Purad (Punvat) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purad (Punvat).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Purad (Punvat) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Purad (Punvat) is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purad (Punvat)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purad (Punvat) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purad (Punvat)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purad (Punvat) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purad (Punvat)
Where is Purad (Punvat) located?
Purad (Punvat) village is located in Wani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Purad (Punvat)?
The Village Panchayat of Purad (Punvat) is Purad (punwat).
What is the pincode of Purad (Punvat)?
The pincode of Purad (Punvat) is 445304.
What is the population of Purad (Punvat)?
Purad (Punvat) had a total population of 1,336, including 706 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Purad (Punvat)?
Purad (Punvat) had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purad (Punvat)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purad (Punvat) was 88.72%. Male literacy was 94.15% and female literacy was 82.65%.