Punai - Baheri, Bareilly
Punai is a village situated in the Baheri tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Punai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punai is 129244. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.3 hectares and falls under the 243201 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town.
Punai 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 Baheri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punai
According to the 2011 Census, Punai village had a total population of 1,744 people, including 899 males and 845 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.49%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 58.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 1,744 | 899 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 160 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 575 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 324 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Punai
Punai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahapur | North | 1.33 km |
| Dhimri | South | 1.39 km |
| Karampur | East | 1.53 km |
| Abhaypur | East | 1.62 km |
| Thana | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Garibpura | West | 2.02 km |
| Harharpur Baharua | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Pindari Ashok | North | 2.22 km |
| Lakhimpur | West | 2.23 km |
| Patrasi | South | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punai
Punai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baheri, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bareilly to Punai is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punai 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 Punai
Where is Punai located?
Punai village is located in Baheri Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punai?
Punai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punai?
The pincode of Punai is 243201.
What is the population of Punai?
Punai had a total population of 1,744, including 899 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Punai?
Punai had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punai was 67.49%. Male literacy was 75.66% and female literacy was 58.63%.