Punauti Kalan - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Punauti Kalan is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Todarpur Ta. Khutar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punauti Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punauti Kalan is 132814. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.97 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Punauti Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punauti Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Punauti Kalan village had a total population of 111 people, including 57 males and 54 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Punauti Kalan
Punauti Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilokpur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Chak Daha | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Manaiya M Mahua | South | 1.83 km |
| Mahuwa M. Mainiya | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Diuria Jaswantpur | West | 2.30 km |
| Lauhangpur | East | 2.48 km |
| Kajara | North | 2.71 km |
| Harraipur | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Todarpur T. Khutar | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Sherpur | West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punauti Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punauti Kalan. The nearest railway station is Akelahanspur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Punauti Kalan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Punauti Kalan is about 60 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 Punauti Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punauti Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punauti Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punauti Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punauti Kalan
Where is Punauti Kalan located?
Punauti Kalan village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punauti Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Punauti Kalan is Todarpur Ta. Khutar.
What is the pincode of Punauti Kalan?
The pincode of Punauti Kalan is 242405.
What is the population of Punauti Kalan?
Punauti Kalan had a total population of 111, including 57 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Punauti Kalan?
Punauti Kalan had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punauti Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punauti Kalan was 72.55%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.