Punaul - Tan Kuppa, Gaya
Punaul is a village situated in the Tan Kuppa subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tan Kuppa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chaubar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punaul is 256676. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Punaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Punaul
According to the 2011 Census, Punaul village had a total population of 977 people, including 501 males and 476 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 53.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383.
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 | 977 | 501 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 179 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 329 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 172 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Punaul
Punaul 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 Punaul
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Punaul. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Punaul.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Punaul is about 25 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 Punaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punaul
Where is Punaul located?
Punaul village is located in Tan Kuppa Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Punaul is Chaubar.
What is the pincode of Punaul?
The pincode of Punaul is 824232.
What is the population of Punaul?
Punaul had a total population of 977, including 501 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Punaul?
Punaul had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punaul was 65.11%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 53.47%.