Punthar
Punthar is a village located in Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Tanda (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Ambedkar Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Punthar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punthar unique in its vibrant Tanda-Ambedkar Nagar region. You’ll see Punthar’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 Punthar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punthar is 167026. The village spans a total geographical area of 212.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 224190. Tanda is nearest town to Punthar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Punthar
Population of Punthar
According to the 2011 Census, Punthar has a total population of about 4,218, with approximately 2,169 males and 2,049 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 606 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 597 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 65.08%, with male literacy at about 69.25% and female literacy near 60.66%. There are around 587 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punthar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,218 | 2,169 | 2,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 325 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 312 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,745 | 1,502 | 1,243 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 667 | 806 |
Connectivity of Punthar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punthar. As per the 2011 stats, Punthar 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punthar
Knowing the nearby villages of Punthar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punthar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punthar
- Where is Punthar located?
- Punthar village is situated in Tanda Tehsil, within the Ambedkar Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punthar?
- Punthar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punthar?
- The pincode of Punthar is 224190, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punthar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punthar is 4,218, with 2,169 males and 2,049 females.
- How many households are there in Punthar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punthar village has a total of 587 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punthar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punthar is 65.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.25%, while the female literacy rate is 60.66%.