Punarwarasham - Bochaha, Muzaffarpur
Punarwarasham is a village situated in the Bochaha subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bochaha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Karanpur North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punarwarasham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punarwarasham is 228863. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 843103 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Punarwarasham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punarwarasham
According to the 2011 Census, Punarwarasham village had a total population of 2,073 people, including 1,073 males and 1,000 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.55%, with male literacy at 56.06% and female literacy at 42.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 607, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,073 | 1,073 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 206 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 311 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 486 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 587 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Punarwarasham
Punarwarasham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakhri Barkhurdar | East | 1.26 km |
| Shahbazpur | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Kafain Chaudhari | South | 1.48 km |
| Narma | North | 1.80 km |
| Mohabegpur Urf Narkatia | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Madarpur Jairam | East | 2.11 km |
| Kafain Latif | South | 2.57 km |
| Chhapra Mobarak | West | 2.77 km |
| Simri Basant | East | 2.92 km |
| Pakrisubhankar | South-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punarwarasham
Punarwarasham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paramjeevar Tarajeevar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Punarwarasham 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 Punarwarasham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punarwarasham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punarwarasham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punarwarasham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Punarwarasham
Where is Punarwarasham located?
Punarwarasham village is located in Bochaha Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punarwarasham?
The Gram Panchayat of Punarwarasham is Karanpur North.
What is the pincode of Punarwarasham?
The pincode of Punarwarasham is 843103.
What is the population of Punarwarasham?
Punarwarasham had a total population of 2,073, including 1,073 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Punarwarasham?
Punarwarasham had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punarwarasham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punarwarasham was 49.55%. Male literacy was 56.06% and female literacy was 42.52%.