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.
Here you can discover what makes Punawan unique in its vibrant Wazirganj-Gaya region. You’ll see Punawan’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 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.
Google Map of Punawan
Population of Punawan
According to the 2011 Census, Punawan has a total population of about 6,334, with approximately 3,221 males and 3,113 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,011 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,965 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 54.33%, with male literacy at about 60.66% and female literacy near 47.77%. There are around 1,075 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.