Punjawa
Punjawa is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Panjawa is the gram panchayat of Punjawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Punjawa unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Punjawa’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 Punjawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punjawa is 035296. The village spans a total geographical area of 1786 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152113. Malout is nearest town to Punjawa village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Punjawa 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 Lambi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punjawa
Population of Punjawa
According to the 2011 Census, Punjawa has a total population of about 3,085, with approximately 1,675 males and 1,410 females. The sex ratio is around 841 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,120 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.02%, with male literacy at about 62.09% and female literacy near 53.19%. There are around 611 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punjawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,085 | 1,675 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 191 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,120 | 598 | 522 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,790 | 1,040 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 635 | 660 |
Connectivity of Punjawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punjawa. As per the 2011 stats, Punjawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punjawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Punjawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punjawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punjawa
- Where is Punjawa located?
- Punjawa village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punjawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punjawa is Panjawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punjawa?
- The pincode of Punjawa is 152113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punjawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punjawa is 3,085, with 1,675 males and 1,410 females.
- How many households are there in Punjawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punjawa village has a total of 611 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punjawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punjawa is 58.02%. The male literacy rate is 62.09%, while the female literacy rate is 53.19%.