Panuvanada - Phalsoond, Jaisalmer
Panuvanada is a village situated in the Phalsoond tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from Pokaran and around 160 km from Jaisalmer. Sohanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panuvanada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panuvanada is 086463. The village covers a total geographical area of 1092 hectares and falls under the 345025 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Panuvanada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panuvanada
According to the 2011 Census, Panuvanada village had a total population of 515 people, including 246 males and 269 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.92%, with male literacy at 47.57% and female literacy at 24.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 515 | 246 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 61 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 88 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 158 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Panuvanada
Panuvanada 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 Panuvanada
Public transport in the Panuvanada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Panuvanada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Panuvanada is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Panuvanada is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panuvanada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panuvanada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panuvanada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panuvanada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panuvanada
Where is Panuvanada located?
Panuvanada village is located in Phalsoond Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panuvanada?
The Gram Panchayat of Panuvanada is Sohanpura.
What is the pincode of Panuvanada?
The pincode of Panuvanada is 345025.
What is the population of Panuvanada?
Panuvanada had a total population of 515, including 246 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Panuvanada?
Panuvanada had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panuvanada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panuvanada was 35.92%. Male literacy was 47.57% and female literacy was 24.47%.