Punaura
Punaura is a village located in Dumra subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dumra (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Punaura Purvi is the gram panchayat of Punaura village.
Here you can discover what makes Punaura unique in its vibrant Dumra-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Punaura’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 Punaura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punaura is 219556. The village spans a total geographical area of 1080.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843302. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Punaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Punaura
Population of Punaura
According to the 2011 Census, Punaura has a total population of about 18,427, with approximately 9,760 males and 8,667 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,677 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,222 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.62%, with male literacy at about 46.68% and female literacy near 31.66%. There are around 3,970 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punaura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,427 | 9,760 | 8,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,677 | 1,872 | 1,805 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,222 | 1,156 | 1,066 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 7,300 | 4,556 | 2,744 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,127 | 5,204 | 5,923 |
Connectivity of Punaura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punaura. As per the 2011 stats, Punaura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punaura
Knowing the nearby villages of Punaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punaura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punaura
- Where is Punaura located?
- Punaura village is situated in Dumra Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punaura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punaura is Punaura Purvi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punaura?
- The pincode of Punaura is 843302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punaura is 18,427, with 9,760 males and 8,667 females.
- How many households are there in Punaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punaura village has a total of 3,970 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punaura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punaura is 39.62%. The male literacy rate is 46.68%, while the female literacy rate is 31.66%.