Puna Kalan
Puna Kalan is a village located in Paraiya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Paraiya (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Puna Kala is the gram panchayat of Puna Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Puna Kalan unique in its vibrant Paraiya-Gaya region. You’ll see Puna Kalan’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 Puna Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puna Kalan is 255421. The village spans a total geographical area of 239 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Puna Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Puna Kalan
Population of Puna Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Puna Kalan has a total population of about 3,370, with approximately 1,731 males and 1,639 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 666 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,436 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 44.51%, with male literacy at about 53.21% and female literacy near 35.33%. There are around 572 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puna Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,370 | 1,731 | 1,639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 359 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,436 | 742 | 694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,500 | 921 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,870 | 810 | 1,060 |
Connectivity of Puna Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puna Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Puna Kalan 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 Puna Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Puna Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puna Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puna Kalan
- Where is Puna Kalan located?
- Puna Kalan village is situated in Paraiya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puna Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puna Kalan is Puna Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Puna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puna Kalan is 3,370, with 1,731 males and 1,639 females.
- How many households are there in Puna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puna Kalan village has a total of 572 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puna Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puna Kalan is 44.51%. The male literacy rate is 53.21%, while the female literacy rate is 35.33%.