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.
Here you can discover what makes Punai unique in its vibrant Daru-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Punai’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 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.
Google Map of Punai
Population of Punai
According to the 2011 Census, Punai has a total population of about 2,731, with approximately 1,451 males and 1,280 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 416 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 474 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.63%, with male literacy at about 68.02% and female literacy near 54.38%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.