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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Punai village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 899 males and 845 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 899 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 160 | 163 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,744, including 899 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Punai?
There are 307 households in Punai.
What is the literacy rate in Punai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punai is 56.54%. Male literacy is 63.96% and female literacy is 48.64%.