Punach - Gora Bauram, Darbhanga
Punach is a village situated in the Gora Bauram subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gora Bauram and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Bagrasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punach is 227845. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Punach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punach
As per Census 2011, Punach village has a total population of 1,429 people, consisting of 778 males and 651 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punach are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,429 | 778 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 149 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 358 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 420 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Punach
Punach 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 Punach
Punach is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punach.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Punach is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Punach is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punach
Where is Punach located?
Punach village is located in Gora Bauram Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punach?
The Gram Panchayat of Punach is Bagrasi.
What is the pincode of Punach?
The pincode of Punach is 847203.
What is the population of Punach?
Punach has a total population of 1,429, including 778 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Punach?
There are 290 households in Punach.
What is the literacy rate in Punach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punach is 36.95%. Male literacy is 46.02% and female literacy is 26.11%.