Punadih - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Punadih is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Urain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadih is 243506. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.8 hectares and falls under the 811309 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Punadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punadih
As per Census 2011, Punadih village has a total population of 1,966 people, consisting of 1,035 males and 931 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 1,004 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 1,035 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 200 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 603 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 432 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Punadih
Punadih 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 Punadih
Punadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Punadih.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Punadih is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadih 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 Punadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punadih
Where is Punadih located?
Punadih village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadih is Urain.
What is the pincode of Punadih?
The pincode of Punadih is 811309.
What is the population of Punadih?
Punadih has a total population of 1,966, including 1,035 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Punadih?
There are 351 households in Punadih.
What is the literacy rate in Punadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadih is 48.93%. Male literacy is 58.26% and female literacy is 38.56%.