Punahur - Atarra, Banda
Punahur is a village situated in the Atarra tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atarra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Punahur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punahur is 155217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1370.87 hectares and falls under the 210201 pincode.
Punahur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punahur
As per Census 2011, Punahur village has a total population of 5,921 people, consisting of 3,122 males and 2,799 females. The village has 1,098 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,028 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,088 literate and 2,833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punahur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,921 | 3,122 | 2,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 532 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,488 | 784 | 704 |
| Literate Population | 3,088 | 2,003 | 1,085 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,833 | 1,119 | 1,714 |
Nearby Villages of Punahur
Punahur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrayal | North | 1.92 km |
| Kusama | South | 2.15 km |
| Khataura | South | 3.24 km |
| Gadanw | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Pindkhar | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Siklodhi | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Ghoori | North | 3.85 km |
| Thanair | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Bisanda (rural) | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Au | South | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punahur
Punahur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atarra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Banda to Punahur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punahur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punahur 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 Punahur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punahur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punahur
Where is Punahur located?
Punahur village is located in Atarra Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punahur?
Punahur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punahur?
The pincode of Punahur is 210201.
What is the population of Punahur?
Punahur has a total population of 5,921, including 3,122 males and 2,799 females.
How many households are there in Punahur?
There are 1,098 households in Punahur.
What is the literacy rate in Punahur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punahur is 52.15%. Male literacy is 64.16% and female literacy is 38.76%.