Punja Beri - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Punja Beri is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from Gudha Malani and around 88 km from Barmer. Punja Beri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punja Beri is 088045. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.8 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Punja Beri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punja Beri
As per Census 2011, Punja Beri village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 373 males and 324 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punja Beri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 373 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 206 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 167 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Punja Beri
Punja Beri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhambhuon Ka Bas | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Heraj Ka Gol | South | 2.48 km |
| Sanawara Kalan | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Barasan | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Lalaniyon Ki Dhani | North | 4.02 km |
| Chak Gudha | East | 4.03 km |
| Peeprali | South | 4.28 km |
| Baldeo Nagar | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Pabubera | West | 4.85 km |
| Joona Khera | North-West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punja Beri
Public transport in the Punja Beri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barmer, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 151.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Punja Beri is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Punja Beri is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punja Beri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punja Beri 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 Punja Beri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punja Beri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punja Beri
Where is Punja Beri located?
Punja Beri village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punja Beri?
Punja Beri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punja Beri?
The pincode of Punja Beri is 344031.
What is the population of Punja Beri?
Punja Beri has a total population of 697, including 373 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Punja Beri?
There are 103 households in Punja Beri.
What is the literacy rate in Punja Beri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punja Beri is 43.33%. Male literacy is 55.23% and female literacy is 29.63%.