Punawan

Punawan is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Punawa is the gram panchayat of Punawan village.

Punawan has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Punawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punawan is 256833. The village spans a total geographical area of 633 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Punawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Punawan

Below is a concise population overview of Punawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,334 3,221 3,113
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,011 533 478
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,965 993 972
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,441 1,954 1,487
Illiterate Population 2,893 1,267 1,626

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punawan village:

  • The total population of Punawan village is around 6,334, including approximately 3,221 males and 3,113 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,011 children aged 0–6 years in Punawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punawan village has 1,965 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punawan village is about 54.33%, with male literacy at 60.66% and female literacy at 47.77%.
  • There are around 1,075 households in Punawan village.

Connectivity of Punawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punawan. As per the 2011 stats, Punawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Punawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Punawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punawan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Punawan

Where is Punawan located?
Punawan village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Punawan is Punawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Punawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punawan is 6,334, with 3,221 males and 3,113 females.
How many households are there in Punawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punawan village has a total of 1,075 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punawan is 54.33%. The male literacy rate is 60.66%, while the female literacy rate is 47.77%.