Punarwara - Runisaidpur, Sitamarhi
Punarwara is a village situated in the Runisaidpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Runisaidpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Mahindwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punarwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punarwara is 219510. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.3 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Punarwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punarwara
According to the 2011 Census, Punarwara village had a total population of 2,952 people, including 1,561 males and 1,391 females, living in 622 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.98%, with male literacy at 54.75% and female literacy at 36.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 654, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,952 | 1,561 | 1,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 350 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 339 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 663 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,901 | 898 | 1,003 |
Nearby Villages of Punarwara
Punarwara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punarwara
Punarwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Punarwara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punarwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punarwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punarwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punarwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punarwara
Where is Punarwara located?
Punarwara village is located in Runisaidpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punarwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Punarwara is Mahindwara.
What is the pincode of Punarwara?
The pincode of Punarwara is 843316.
What is the population of Punarwara?
Punarwara had a total population of 2,952, including 1,561 males and 1,391 females.
How many households are there in Punarwara?
Punarwara had 622 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punarwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punarwara was 45.98%. Male literacy was 54.75% and female literacy was 36.09%.