Punapar - Sagri, Azamgarh
Punapar is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Punapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punapar is 193151. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.4 hectares and falls under the 276139 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Punapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punapar
As per Census 2011, Punapar village has a total population of 1,806 people, consisting of 931 males and 875 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 729 illiterate residents. Additionally, 692 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punapar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 931 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 133 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 692 | 355 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 608 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 323 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Punapar
Punapar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dubi | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Sendurpar | North | 0.91 km |
| Patauna | West | 1.07 km |
| Mehnajpur | South | 1.09 km |
| Chinhari | West | 1.43 km |
| Parsottampur Urf Kaithauli | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Champapur Gopalpur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Harkhori | North | 1.60 km |
| Gyanupur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Gaibipur | South | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punapar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punapar. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Punapar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Punapar is about 24 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 Punapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punapar
Where is Punapar located?
Punapar village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punapar?
Punapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punapar?
The pincode of Punapar is 276139.
What is the population of Punapar?
Punapar has a total population of 1,806, including 931 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Punapar?
There are 261 households in Punapar.
What is the literacy rate in Punapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punapar is 59.63%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 53.60%.