Puyar - Lakhandur, Bhandara
Puyar is a village situated in the Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhandur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Puyar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puyar is 537500. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.56 hectares and falls under the 441803 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Puyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puyar
According to the 2011 Census, Puyar village had a total population of 1,330 people, including 658 males and 672 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.00%, with male literacy at 80.54% and female literacy at 65.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Puyar
Puyar 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 Puyar
Puyar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Puyar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Puyar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Puyar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puyar
Where is Puyar located?
Puyar village is located in Lakhandur Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puyar?
Puyar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puyar?
The pincode of Puyar is 441803.
What is the population of Puyar?
Puyar had a total population of 1,330, including 658 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Puyar?
Puyar had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puyar was 73.00%. Male literacy was 80.54% and female literacy was 65.43%.