Punha

Punha is a village located in Rahui subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rahui (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Barandi is the gram panchayat of Punha village.

Punha 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 Punha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punha is 244420. The village spans a total geographical area of 386 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Punha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Punha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,839 1,468 1,371
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 603 337 266
Scheduled Castes (SC) 865 444 421
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,263 771 492
Illiterate Population 1,576 697 879

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

  • The total population of Punha village is around 2,839, including approximately 1,468 males and 1,371 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 603 children aged 0–6 years in Punha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punha village has 865 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punha village is about 44.49%, with male literacy at 52.52% and female literacy at 35.89%.
  • There are around 484 households in Punha village.

Connectivity of Punha

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punha

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

Sulemanpur Mararpura Barandi Uttarnawan Peshaur Mohammadpur Hussainpur Kaiampur Makhdumpur Anantpur Majidpur Pitaunjia

Frequently Asked Questions about Punha

Where is Punha located?
Punha village is situated in Rahui Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punha?
The Gram Panchayat of Punha is Barandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Punha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punha is 2,839, with 1,468 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Punha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punha village has a total of 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punha is 44.49%. The male literacy rate is 52.52%, while the female literacy rate is 35.89%.