Punawar - Bidhuna, Auraiya
Punawar is a village situated in the Bidhuna tehsil of Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bidhuna and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Auraiya. Punawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punawar is 148101. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.37 hectares and falls under the 206252 pincode.
Punawar 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 Bidhuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punawar
According to the 2011 Census, Punawar village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 570 males and 512 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 84.66% and female literacy at 69.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 1,082 | 570 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 403 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 167 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Punawar
Punawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarai Shishgaran | South | 1.19 km |
| Hinhapur | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Kalarpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Ratahari Sarawa | West | 1.93 km |
| Soron | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Ganupur | East | 2.74 km |
| Kakrahi | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Barauna Kalan | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Baibaha | South | 3.09 km |
| Ballpur Rajpur | East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punawar
Punawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Samhon, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 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 Auraiya to Punawar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punawar
Where is Punawar located?
Punawar village is located in Bidhuna Tehsil, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punawar?
Punawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punawar?
The pincode of Punawar is 206252.
What is the population of Punawar?
Punawar had a total population of 1,082, including 570 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Punawar?
Punawar had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punawar was 77.34%. Male literacy was 84.66% and female literacy was 69.28%.