Puhana
Puhana is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Puhana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puhana unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Puhana’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 Puhana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puhana is 056405. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247667. Roorkee is nearest town to Puhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puhana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhagwanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puhana
Population of Puhana
According to the 2011 Census, Puhana has a total population of about 3,669, with approximately 1,909 males and 1,760 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 909 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 37.48%, with male literacy at about 45.10% and female literacy near 29.20%. There are around 556 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,669 | 1,909 | 1,760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 460 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 861 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,294 | 1,048 | 1,246 |
Connectivity of Puhana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puhana. As per the 2011 stats, Puhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puhana
Knowing the nearby villages of Puhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puhana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puhana
- Where is Puhana located?
- Puhana village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puhana?
- Puhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puhana?
- The pincode of Puhana is 247667, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puhana is 3,669, with 1,909 males and 1,760 females.
- How many households are there in Puhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puhana village has a total of 556 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puhana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puhana is 37.48%. The male literacy rate is 45.10%, while the female literacy rate is 29.20%.