Punahad
Punahad is a village located in Ghanshyampur subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Ghanshyampur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Punhad is the gram panchayat of Punahad village.
Here you can discover what makes Punahad unique in its vibrant Ghanshyampur-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Punahad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punahad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punahad is 227749. The village spans a total geographical area of 493 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847203. Darbhanga is nearest town to Punahad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Punahad
Population of Punahad
According to the 2011 Census, Punahad has a total population of about 5,350, with approximately 2,744 males and 2,606 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.39%, with male literacy at about 41.36% and female literacy near 22.95%. There are around 1,137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punahad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,350 | 2,744 | 2,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,131 | 568 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,161 | 583 | 578 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 1,135 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,617 | 1,609 | 2,008 |
Connectivity of Punahad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punahad. As per the 2011 stats, Punahad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punahad
Knowing the nearby villages of Punahad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punahad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punahad
- Where is Punahad located?
- Punahad village is situated in Ghanshyampur Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punahad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punahad is Punhad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punahad?
- The pincode of Punahad is 847203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punahad is 5,350, with 2,744 males and 2,606 females.
- How many households are there in Punahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punahad village has a total of 1,137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punahad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punahad is 32.39%. The male literacy rate is 41.36%, while the female literacy rate is 22.95%.