Punas
Punas is a village located in Tetaria subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tetaria (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Punas Lahladpur is the gram panchayat of Punas village.
Here you can discover what makes Punas unique in its vibrant Tetaria-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Punas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punas is 218669. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares. Chakia is nearest town to Punas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Punas
Population of Punas
According to the 2011 Census, Punas has a total population of about 2,495, with approximately 1,310 males and 1,185 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 534 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 422 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.75%, with male literacy at about 45.57% and female literacy near 27.00%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,495 | 1,310 | 1,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 267 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 226 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 917 | 597 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,578 | 713 | 865 |
Connectivity of Punas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punas. As per the 2011 stats, Punas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punas
Knowing the nearby villages of Punas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punas
- Where is Punas located?
- Punas village is situated in Tetaria Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punas is Punas Lahladpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Punas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punas is 2,495, with 1,310 males and 1,185 females.
- How many households are there in Punas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punas village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punas is 36.75%. The male literacy rate is 45.57%, while the female literacy rate is 27.00%.