Punak Buzurg - Darauli, Siwan
Punak Buzurg is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sarharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punak Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punak Buzurg is 232361. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Punak Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punak Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Punak Buzurg village has a total population of 2,789 people, consisting of 1,371 males and 1,418 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,680 literate and 1,109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punak Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,789 | 1,371 | 1,418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 196 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 964 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 407 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Punak Buzurg
Punak Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khap Punak Buzurg | North-West | 0.08 km |
| Mathia Punak Buzurg | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Sahjaniya | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Barheya Punak | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Lachhuman Chak | East | 1.60 km |
| Pipra | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Saraharwa | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Sham Bodi | West | 1.80 km |
| Oini | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Bishunpura | North-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punak Buzurg
Public transport in the Punak Buzurg is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karchhue, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Punak Buzurg is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Punak Buzurg is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punak Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punak Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punak Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punak Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punak Buzurg
Where is Punak Buzurg located?
Punak Buzurg village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punak Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Punak Buzurg is Sarharwa.
What is the pincode of Punak Buzurg?
The pincode of Punak Buzurg is 841239.
What is the population of Punak Buzurg?
Punak Buzurg has a total population of 2,789, including 1,371 males and 1,418 females.
How many households are there in Punak Buzurg?
There are 435 households in Punak Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Punak Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punak Buzurg is 60.24%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 50.49%.