Pauna - Benipatti, Madhubani
Pauna is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Kapasia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pauna is 220342. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.64 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pauna
As per Census 2011, Pauna village has a total population of 2,486 people, consisting of 1,299 males and 1,187 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,393 literate and 1,093 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,486 | 1,299 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 187 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 260 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 846 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 453 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Pauna
Pauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamrahi | West | 0.99 km |
| Baijalpur | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Nagdah Balain | North | 1.50 km |
| Mirzapur | East | 1.54 km |
| Pokhrauni | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Satlakha | South | 1.80 km |
| Barmotar Lachchmipur | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Arazi Anrer | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Bijalpura | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Kusmaul | North | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pauna
Pauna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhubani, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Pauna is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Pauna is about 12 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 Pauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pauna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pauna
Where is Pauna located?
Pauna village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Pauna is Kapasia.
What is the pincode of Pauna?
The pincode of Pauna is 847102.
What is the population of Pauna?
Pauna has a total population of 2,486, including 1,299 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Pauna?
There are 457 households in Pauna.
What is the literacy rate in Pauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pauna is 56.03%. Male literacy is 65.13% and female literacy is 46.08%.