Punthar
About Punthar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Punthar village is 258146. Punthar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 176 hectares. Punthar has a total population of 1,747 peoples, out of which male population is 922 while female population is 825. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 894 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of punthar village is 47.85% out of which 62.04% males and 32.00% females are literate. There are about 237 houses in punthar village.
Hisua is nearest town to punthar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Punthar
The population details of Punthar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,747 | 922 | 825 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 357 | 192 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 507 | 268 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 836 | 572 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 350 | 561 |
Connectivity of Punthar
| 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
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%.