Punwa
Punwa is a village located in Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shivaji Nagar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Bhataura is the gram panchayat of Punwa village.
Punwa has its own place in the vibrant Samastipur 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 Punwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punwa is 236375. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 848117. Rosera is nearest town to Punwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Punwa
Population of Punwa
Below is a concise population overview of Punwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 414 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 243 | 147 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 267 | 287 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punwa village:
- The total population of Punwa village is around 797, including approximately 414 males and 383 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 212 children aged 0–6 years in Punwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punwa village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Punwa village is about 30.49%, with male literacy at 35.51% and female literacy at 25.07%.
- There are around 167 households in Punwa village.
Connectivity of Punwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punwa. As per the 2011 stats, Punwa 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Punwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punwa
- Where is Punwa located?
- Punwa village is situated in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punwa is Bhataura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punwa?
- The pincode of Punwa is 848117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punwa is 797, with 414 males and 383 females.
- How many households are there in Punwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punwa village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punwa is 30.49%. The male literacy rate is 35.51%, while the female literacy rate is 25.07%.