Puhaniya
Puhaniya is a village located in Buhana tehsil of Jhunjhunun district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Buhana (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jhunjhunun. As per 2009 stats, Puhaniya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puhaniya unique in its vibrant Buhana-Jhunjhunun region. You’ll see Puhaniya’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 Puhaniya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puhaniya is 071379. The village spans a total geographical area of 698.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 333502. Chirawa is nearest town to Puhaniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Puhaniya
Population of Puhaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Puhaniya has a total population of about 2,226, with approximately 1,166 males and 1,060 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 246 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 340 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.58%, with male literacy at about 78.30% and female literacy near 53.68%. There are around 415 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puhaniya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,226 | 1,166 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 133 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 183 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 913 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 253 | 491 |
Connectivity of Puhaniya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puhaniya. As per the 2011 stats, Puhaniya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puhaniya
Knowing the nearby villages of Puhaniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puhaniya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puhaniya
- Where is Puhaniya located?
- Puhaniya village is situated in Buhana Tehsil, within the Jhunjhunun district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puhaniya?
- Puhaniya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puhaniya?
- The pincode of Puhaniya is 333502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puhaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puhaniya is 2,226, with 1,166 males and 1,060 females.
- How many households are there in Puhaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puhaniya village has a total of 415 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puhaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puhaniya is 66.58%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 53.68%.