Punthar

Punthar is a village located in Narhat subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Narhat (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Punthar village is also a gram panchayat.

Punthar 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 Punthar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punthar is 258146. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Punthar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Punthar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,747 922 825
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 357 192 165
Scheduled Castes (SC) 507 268 239
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 836 572 264
Illiterate Population 911 350 561

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

  • The total population of Punthar village is around 1,747, including approximately 922 males and 825 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 357 children aged 0–6 years in Punthar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punthar village has 507 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punthar village is about 47.85%, with male literacy at 62.04% and female literacy at 32.00%.
  • There are around 237 households in Punthar village.

Connectivity of Punthar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punthar. As per the 2011 stats, Punthar 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Punthar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Punthar

Where is Punthar located?
Punthar village is situated in Narhat Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punthar?
Punthar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Punthar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punthar is 1,747, with 922 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Punthar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punthar village has a total of 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punthar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punthar is 47.85%. The male literacy rate is 62.04%, while the female literacy rate is 32.00%.