Punai

Punai is a village located in Daru subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Daru (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Punai village is also a gram panchayat.

Punai has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 Punai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punai is 368216. The village spans a total geographical area of 414 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825302. Hazaribagh is nearest town to Punai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Punai

Below is a concise population overview of Punai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,731 1,451 1,280
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 416 231 185
Scheduled Castes (SC) 474 265 209
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,683 987 696
Illiterate Population 1,048 464 584

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punai village:

  • The total population of Punai village is around 2,731, including approximately 1,451 males and 1,280 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Punai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punai village has 474 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punai village is about 61.63%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 54.38%.
  • There are around 444 households in Punai village.

Connectivity of Punai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punai. As per the 2011 stats, Punai 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 Punai

Knowing the nearby villages of Punai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punai.

Basaria Tatgawan Jarga Balia Lonhri Kalan Jambua Chorhet Kanaudi Merkuri Kalan Merkuri Khurd Muktama

Frequently Asked Questions about Punai

Where is Punai located?
Punai village is situated in Daru Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punai?
Punai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Punai?
The pincode of Punai is 825302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punai is 2,731, with 1,451 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Punai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punai village has a total of 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punai is 61.63%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 54.38%.