Punawat Nagar - Chamu, Jodhpur
Punawat Nagar is a village situated in the Chamu tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from Shergarh and around 114 km from Jodhpur. Bhaloo Ratangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punawat Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punawat Nagar is 085230. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.6 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Punawat Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punawat Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Punawat Nagar village had a total population of 366 people, including 190 males and 176 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.05%, with male literacy at 29.80% and female literacy at 7.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 366 | 190 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 45 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 145 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Punawat Nagar
Punawat Nagar 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 Punawat Nagar
Punawat Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jodhpur to Punawat Nagar is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punawat Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punawat Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punawat Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punawat Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punawat Nagar
Where is Punawat Nagar located?
Punawat Nagar village is located in Chamu Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punawat Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punawat Nagar is Bhaloo Ratangarh.
What is the pincode of Punawat Nagar?
The pincode of Punawat Nagar is 342025.
What is the population of Punawat Nagar?
Punawat Nagar had a total population of 366, including 190 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Punawat Nagar?
Punawat Nagar had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punawat Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punawat Nagar was 19.05%. Male literacy was 29.80% and female literacy was 7.69%.