Pundarakh - Pandarak, Patna
Pundarakh is a village situated in the Pandarak subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. Pandarak East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundarakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundarakh is 246454. The village covers a total geographical area of 1490 hectares and falls under the 803221 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pundarakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mokama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pundarakh
As per Census 2011, Pundarakh village has a total population of 32,627 people, consisting of 17,244 males and 15,383 females. The village has 5,083 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 6,770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,003 literate and 17,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,036 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pundarakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,627 | 17,244 | 15,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6,770 | 3,565 | 3,205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,036 | 2,097 | 1,939 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 15,003 | 9,342 | 5,661 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,624 | 7,902 | 9,722 |
Nearby Villages of Pundarakh
Pundarakh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Goasa | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Raili | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Ballipur Pachmahla (diara) | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Hafizpur Karmor | South | 3.83 km |
| Rasalpur | South | 4.04 km |
| Rais | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Parsaman | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Gudram | South | 4.27 km |
| Dhiwar | West | 4.54 km |
| Chak Fatah | South | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pundarakh
Pundarakh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lemuabad, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Pundarakh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Pundarakh is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundarakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundarakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pundarakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundarakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pundarakh
Where is Pundarakh located?
Pundarakh village is located in Pandarak Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pundarakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundarakh is Pandarak East.
What is the pincode of Pundarakh?
The pincode of Pundarakh is 803221.
What is the population of Pundarakh?
Pundarakh has a total population of 32,627, including 17,244 males and 15,383 females.
How many households are there in Pundarakh?
There are 5,083 households in Pundarakh.
What is the literacy rate in Pundarakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundarakh is 45.98%. Male literacy is 54.18% and female literacy is 36.80%.