Punthar - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Punthar is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Punthar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punthar is 167026. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.97 hectares and falls under the 224190 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Punthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punthar
According to the 2011 Census, Punthar village had a total population of 4,218 people, including 2,169 males and 2,049 females, living in 587 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 70.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 597.
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 | 4,218 | 2,169 | 2,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 325 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 312 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,745 | 1,502 | 1,243 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 667 | 806 |
Nearby Villages of Punthar
Punthar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Paikauliya | West | 1.17 km |
| Piyarepur | North | 1.46 km |
| Rampur Kala | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Rasoolpur Mubarakpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Chintaura | North | 1.57 km |
| Jot Awasti | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Gaura Gujar | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Rasoolpur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Chak Fulwariya | East | 2.11 km |
| Sakrawal Andar Nagar Kshtra | North-West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punthar
Punthar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akbarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Punthar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Punthar is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punthar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Punthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punthar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punthar
Where is Punthar located?
Punthar village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punthar?
Punthar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punthar?
The pincode of Punthar is 224190.
What is the population of Punthar?
Punthar had a total population of 4,218, including 2,169 males and 2,049 females.
How many households are there in Punthar?
Punthar had 587 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punthar was 76.00%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 70.31%.