Punniyan - Charkhari, Mahoba
Punniyan is a village situated in the Charkhari tehsil of Mahoba district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charkhari and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Mahoba. Punniyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punniyan is 154529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1498.16 hectares and falls under the 210425 pincode. Charkhari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Punniyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punniyan
As per Census 2011, Punniyan village has a total population of 2,455 people, consisting of 1,315 males and 1,140 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,351 literate and 1,104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 890 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punniyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,455 | 1,315 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 202 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 890 | 471 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 836 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 479 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Punniyan
Punniyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ora | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Kuwan | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Basauth | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Pahretha | South | 4.85 km |
| Pupwara | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Kharela | West | 5.88 km |
| Barayan | East | 6.38 km |
| Alra | North | 6.45 km |
| Gehrauli (par Muskera) | North-East | 6.48 km |
| Bari | South-East | 6.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punniyan
Punniyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baripura, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charkhari to Punniyan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahoba to Punniyan is about 46 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 Punniyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punniyan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punniyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punniyan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punniyan
Where is Punniyan located?
Punniyan village is located in Charkhari Tehsil, Mahoba district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punniyan?
Punniyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punniyan?
The pincode of Punniyan is 210425.
What is the population of Punniyan?
Punniyan has a total population of 2,455, including 1,315 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Punniyan?
There are 454 households in Punniyan.
What is the literacy rate in Punniyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punniyan is 55.03%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 45.18%.