Punera - Beawar
Punera is a village situated in the Beawar tehsil of Beawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 34 km from Beawar and around 85 km from Ajmer. Jawaja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punera is 091843. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.51 hectares and falls under the 305922 pincode. Beawar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Punera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punera
As per Census 2011, Punera village has a total population of 732 people, consisting of 373 males and 359 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 373 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 274 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 99 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Punera
Punera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaliya Ii Bas Peetha | South | 1.84 km |
| Kalan Khera | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Nai Khurd | North | 2.66 km |
| Jawaja | East | 2.71 km |
| Roopana | East | 2.74 km |
| Jaliya -ii Baslala | South | 2.79 km |
| Jaliya-ii Bas Roopa | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Jaliya Ii Bas Durga | South | 3.29 km |
| Asan Jilelao | West | 3.55 km |
| Khera Neemri | North | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punera
Punera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bar, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beawar to Punera is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ajmer to Punera is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punera
Where is Punera located?
Punera village is located in Beawar Tehsil, Beawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punera?
The Gram Panchayat of Punera is Jawaja.
What is the pincode of Punera?
The pincode of Punera is 305922.
What is the population of Punera?
Punera has a total population of 732, including 373 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Punera?
There are 158 households in Punera.
What is the literacy rate in Punera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punera is 57.79%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 41.50%.