Puyana
Puyana is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Puyna is the gram panchayat of Puyana village.
Here you can discover what makes Puyana unique in its vibrant Kalamnuri-Hingoli region. You’ll see Puyana’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 Puyana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puyana is 546167. The village spans a total geographical area of 585.31 hectares. Kalamnuri is nearest town to Puyana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puyana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puyana
Population of Puyana
According to the 2011 Census, Puyana has a total population of about 1,054, with approximately 550 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 443 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 63.95%, with male literacy at about 71.27% and female literacy near 55.95%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puyana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 550 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 233 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 674 | 392 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 158 | 222 |
Connectivity of Puyana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puyana. As per the 2011 stats, Puyana 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puyana
Knowing the nearby villages of Puyana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puyana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puyana
- Where is Puyana located?
- Puyana village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puyana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puyana is Puyna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Puyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puyana is 1,054, with 550 males and 504 females.
- How many households are there in Puyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puyana village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puyana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puyana is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 71.27%, while the female literacy rate is 55.95%.