Punnipur - Ballia
Punnipur is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dularpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punnipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnipur is 198989. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.19 hectares and falls under the 277501 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Punnipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punnipur
As per Census 2011, Punnipur village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 58 males and 38 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 655 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 13 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punnipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 58 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 51 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Punnipur
Punnipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetarpur Mutkle Dularpur | South-East | 0.37 km |
| Tetarpur Kalan | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Mangal Chak | East | 1.14 km |
| Sipari | North | 1.27 km |
| Churaili | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Budhi Chak | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Tetar Khurd | South | 1.66 km |
| Basnia | South | 1.77 km |
| Aalapur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Baliyaria | North-West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punnipur
Punnipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buxar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Punnipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Punnipur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punnipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punnipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punnipur
Where is Punnipur located?
Punnipur village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Punnipur is Dularpur.
What is the pincode of Punnipur?
The pincode of Punnipur is 277501.
What is the population of Punnipur?
Punnipur has a total population of 96, including 58 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Punnipur?
There are 11 households in Punnipur.
What is the literacy rate in Punnipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnipur is 86.46%. Male literacy is 87.93% and female literacy is 84.21%.