Punaul

Punaul is a village located in Narhat subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Narhat (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Punaul village is also a gram panchayat.

Punaul has its own place in the vibrant Nawada 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 Punaul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punaul is 258181. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Punaul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Punaul

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,461 2,250 2,211
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 776 368 408
Scheduled Castes (SC) 743 364 379
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,967 1,331 636
Illiterate Population 2,494 919 1,575

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

  • The total population of Punaul village is around 4,461, including approximately 2,250 males and 2,211 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 776 children aged 0–6 years in Punaul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punaul village has 743 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punaul village is about 44.09%, with male literacy at 59.16% and female literacy at 28.77%.
  • There are around 781 households in Punaul village.

Connectivity of Punaul

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

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

Nearby Villages of Punaul

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

Barauli Narhat Kusa Shekhpura Barauta Saidpur Rampur Dhorhan Gangapur Banian Bigha Badalpur Saidapur Goasa

Frequently Asked Questions about Punaul

Where is Punaul located?
Punaul village is situated in Narhat Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punaul?
Punaul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Punaul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punaul is 4,461, with 2,250 males and 2,211 females.
How many households are there in Punaul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punaul village has a total of 781 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punaul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punaul is 44.09%. The male literacy rate is 59.16%, while the female literacy rate is 28.77%.