Punai
Punai is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Churani is the gram panchayat of Punai village.
Here you can discover what makes Punai unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Punai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punai is 054170. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262527. Lohaghat is nearest town to Punai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Punai
Population of Punai
According to the 2011 Census, Punai has a total population of about 104, with approximately 51 males and 53 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.69%, with male literacy at about 68.63% and female literacy near 47.17%. There are around 22 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Connectivity of Punai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punai. As per the 2011 stats, Punai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punai
Knowing the nearby villages of Punai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punai
- Where is Punai located?
- Punai village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punai is Churani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punai?
- The pincode of Punai is 262527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punai is 104, with 51 males and 53 females.
- How many households are there in Punai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punai village has a total of 22 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punai is 57.69%. The male literacy rate is 68.63%, while the female literacy rate is 47.17%.