Punabar - Barun, Aurangabad
Punabar is a village situated in the Barun subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barun and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dudhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punabar is 253736. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 824112 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Punabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nabinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punabar
According to the 2011 Census, Punabar village had a total population of 797 people, including 424 males and 373 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 70.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 797 | 424 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 92 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 296 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 128 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Punabar
Punabar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanibar | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Karma Misir | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Amauna | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Pawai | East | 1.64 km |
| Mukhtarpur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Dudhar | South | 1.76 km |
| Bhairopur Arazi | East | 2.46 km |
| Kado Khari | North | 2.57 km |
| Narayan Khap | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Magurahi | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punabar
Punabar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anugraha Narayan Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.5 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 Aurangabad to Punabar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punabar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punabar 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 Punabar
Where is Punabar located?
Punabar village is located in Barun Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punabar is Dudhar.
What is the pincode of Punabar?
The pincode of Punabar is 824112.
What is the population of Punabar?
Punabar had a total population of 797, including 424 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Punabar?
Punabar had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punabar was 80.00%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 70.44%.