Pauniya - Majholi, Jabalpur
Pauniya is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Gathaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pauniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pauniya is 489243. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Pauniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pauniya
According to the 2011 Census, Pauniya village had a total population of 522 people, including 266 males and 256 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.88%, with male literacy at 85.59% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 499.
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 | 522 | 266 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 252 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 196 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 70 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Pauniya
Pauniya 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 Pauniya
Pauniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Pauniya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Pauniya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pauniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pauniya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pauniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pauniya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pauniya
Where is Pauniya located?
Pauniya village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pauniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pauniya is Gathaura.
What is the pincode of Pauniya?
The pincode of Pauniya is 483336.
What is the population of Pauniya?
Pauniya had a total population of 522, including 266 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Pauniya?
Pauniya had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pauniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pauniya was 74.88%. Male literacy was 85.59% and female literacy was 62.93%.