Punahad - Ghanshyampur, Darbhanga
Punahad is a village situated in the Ghanshyampur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanshyampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Punhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punahad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punahad is 227749. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 847427 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Punahad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punahad
According to the 2011 Census, Punahad village had a total population of 5,350 people, including 2,744 males and 2,606 females, living in 1,137 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.08%, with male literacy at 52.16% and female literacy at 29.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,161.
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 | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 1,135 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,617 | 1,609 | 2,008 |
Nearby Villages of Punahad
Punahad 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 Punahad
Public transport in the Punahad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Darbhanga to Punahad is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punahad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punahad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punahad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punahad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punahad
Where is Punahad located?
Punahad village is located in Ghanshyampur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punahad?
The Gram Panchayat of Punahad is Punhad.
What is the pincode of Punahad?
The pincode of Punahad is 847427.
What is the population of Punahad?
Punahad had a total population of 5,350, including 2,744 males and 2,606 females.
How many households are there in Punahad?
Punahad had 1,137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punahad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punahad was 41.08%. Male literacy was 52.16% and female literacy was 29.27%.