Puna

Puna is a village located in Hilsa subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Hilsa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Puna village is also a gram panchayat.

Puna has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Puna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puna is 244801. The village spans a total geographical area of 305 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 801302. Hilsa is nearest town to Puna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Puna

Below is a concise population overview of Puna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,068 1,546 1,522
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 641 342 299
Scheduled Castes (SC) 280 140 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,531 952 579
Illiterate Population 1,537 594 943

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

  • The total population of Puna village is around 3,068, including approximately 1,546 males and 1,522 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 641 children aged 0–6 years in Puna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puna village has 280 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puna village is about 49.90%, with male literacy at 61.58% and female literacy at 38.04%.
  • There are around 551 households in Puna village.

Connectivity of Puna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puna. As per the 2011 stats, Puna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Puna

Knowing the nearby villages of Puna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puna.

Ganipur Indaut Shekhopur Tirlok Bigha Dabaul Kapasiawan Akbarpur Bamhan Barui Keshopur Babhan Diha Pura

Frequently Asked Questions about Puna

Where is Puna located?
Puna village is situated in Hilsa Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puna?
Puna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puna?
The pincode of Puna is 801302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puna is 3,068, with 1,546 males and 1,522 females.
How many households are there in Puna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puna village has a total of 551 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puna is 49.90%. The male literacy rate is 61.58%, while the female literacy rate is 38.04%.