Punawan

Punawan is a village located in Rampur subdivision of Kaimur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Rampur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Bhabua. As per 2009 stats, Kharenda is the gram panchayat of Punawan village.

Punawan has its own place in the vibrant Kaimur 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 250286. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares. Bhabua is nearest town to Punawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km 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 914 483 431
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 58 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 199 109 90
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 630 376 254
Illiterate Population 284 107 177

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

  • The total population of Punawan village is around 914, including approximately 483 males and 431 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Punawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punawan village has 199 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punawan village is about 68.93%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 58.93%.
  • There are around 185 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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.

Majhiyawan Tarawan Kharenda Bhorean Lewa Sonawan Purab Patti Sonawan Pachhim Patti Harjipur Chanela Hunadari Uchanar

Frequently Asked Questions about Punawan

Where is Punawan located?
Punawan village is situated in Rampur Subdivision, within the Kaimur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Punawan is Kharenda (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 914, with 483 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Punawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punawan village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punawan is 68.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.85%, while the female literacy rate is 58.93%.