Puyar
Puyar is a village located in Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhandur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Puyar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puyar unique in its vibrant Lakhandur-Bhandara region. You’ll see Puyar’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 Puyar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puyar is 537500. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.56 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Puyar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Puyar
Population of Puyar
According to the 2011 Census, Puyar has a total population of about 1,330, with approximately 658 males and 672 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 295 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.26%, with male literacy at about 72.95% and female literacy near 57.74%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puyar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,330 | 658 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 62 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 480 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 178 | 284 |
Connectivity of Puyar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puyar. As per the 2011 stats, Puyar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puyar
Knowing the nearby villages of Puyar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puyar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puyar
- Where is Puyar located?
- Puyar village is situated in Lakhandur Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puyar?
- Puyar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Puyar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puyar is 1,330, with 658 males and 672 females.
- How many households are there in Puyar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puyar village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puyar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puyar is 65.26%. The male literacy rate is 72.95%, while the female literacy rate is 57.74%.