Punai - Barakot, Champawat
Punai is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Lohaghat and around 31 km from Champawat. Churani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punai is 054170. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.43 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Punai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punai
As per Census 2011, Punai village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 51 males and 53 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Punai
Punai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Punai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lohaghat to Punai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Punai is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punai?
The Gram Panchayat of Punai is Churani.
What is the pincode of Punai?
The pincode of Punai is 262527.
What is the population of Punai?
Punai has a total population of 104, including 51 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Punai?
There are 22 households in Punai.
What is the literacy rate in Punai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punai is 57.69%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 47.17%.