Punang Kalan - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Punang Kalan is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 33 km from Bhinmal and around 48 km from Jalor. Punang Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punang Kalan is 089385. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220.17 hectares and falls under the 307803 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Punang Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhinmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punang Kalan
As per Census 2011, Punang Kalan village has a total population of 1,587 people, consisting of 798 males and 789 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 917 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punang Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,587 | 798 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 139 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 110 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 457 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 341 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Punang Kalan
Punang Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punang Khurd | East | 3.53 km |
| Ratpura | North | 4.15 km |
| Gura | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Beethan | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Jhak | North-East | 5.71 km |
| Mohabbat Nagar | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Nawara | East | 6.07 km |
| Betarna | West | 6.53 km |
| Boogaon | West | 7.46 km |
| Phoongni | South | 7.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punang Kalan
Punang Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ledarmer, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhinmal to Punang Kalan is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Punang Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punang Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punang Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punang Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punang Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punang Kalan
Where is Punang Kalan located?
Punang Kalan village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punang Kalan?
Punang Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punang Kalan?
The pincode of Punang Kalan is 307803.
What is the population of Punang Kalan?
Punang Kalan has a total population of 1,587, including 798 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Punang Kalan?
There are 284 households in Punang Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Punang Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punang Kalan is 42.22%. Male literacy is 57.27% and female literacy is 27.00%.