Punas - Samastipur
Punas is a village situated in the Samastipur subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from Samastipur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Punas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punas is 236508. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 848113 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Punas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punas
As per Census 2011, Punas village has a total population of 5,291 people, consisting of 2,770 males and 2,521 females. The village has 1,106 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 901 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,805 literate and 2,486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,291 | 2,770 | 2,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 466 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,749 | 923 | 826 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,805 | 1,669 | 1,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,486 | 1,101 | 1,385 |
Nearby Villages of Punas
Punas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajpur Ratanpur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Morsand | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Rup Naraenpur Bela | South | 2.19 km |
| Somnaha | North | 2.45 km |
| Jagatsinghpur | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Az Rakbe Singhia Khurd | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Birauli Khurd | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Balapur | East | 2.78 km |
| Raghunadhpur Bela | South | 2.80 km |
| Kajia Bishunpur | South-West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punas
Punas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khudiram B Pusa, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samastipur to Punas is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punas
Where is Punas located?
Punas village is located in Samastipur Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punas?
Punas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punas?
The pincode of Punas is 848113.
What is the population of Punas?
Punas has a total population of 5,291, including 2,770 males and 2,521 females.
How many households are there in Punas?
There are 1,106 households in Punas.
What is the literacy rate in Punas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punas is 53.01%. Male literacy is 60.25% and female literacy is 45.06%.