Punahda - Makhdumpur, Jehanabad
Punahda is a village situated in the Makhdumpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Makhdumpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Punhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punahda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punahda is 260535. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 804422 pincode. Makhdumpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Punahda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punahda
As per Census 2011, Punahda village has a total population of 2,579 people, consisting of 1,322 males and 1,257 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,332 literate and 1,247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punahda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,579 | 1,322 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 251 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 794 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 528 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Punahda
Punahda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Newari | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Charh | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Sukna Bigha | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Kazi Chak | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Rasidpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Gol Bigha | South | 1.82 km |
| Pakri | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Naugarh | West | 2.04 km |
| Mahamdipur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Kalupur | West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punahda
Punahda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tehta, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Makhdumpur to Punahda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jehanabad to Punahda is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punahda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punahda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punahda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punahda 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 Punahda
Where is Punahda located?
Punahda village is located in Makhdumpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punahda?
The Gram Panchayat of Punahda is Punhada.
What is the pincode of Punahda?
The pincode of Punahda is 804422.
What is the population of Punahda?
Punahda has a total population of 2,579, including 1,322 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Punahda?
There are 424 households in Punahda.
What is the literacy rate in Punahda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punahda is 51.65%. Male literacy is 60.06% and female literacy is 42.80%.