Puhana - Roorkee, Haridwar
Puhana is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Roorkee and around 45 km from Hardwar. Puhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puhana is 056405. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.12 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Puhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puhana
According to the 2011 Census, Puhana village had a total population of 3,669 people, including 1,909 males and 1,760 females, living in 556 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.82%, with male literacy at 59.42% and female literacy at 39.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 3,669 | 1,909 | 1,760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 460 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 861 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,294 | 1,048 | 1,246 |
Nearby Villages of Puhana
Puhana 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 Puhana
Puhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Puhana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Puhana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Puhana is about 45 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 Puhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puhana
Where is Puhana located?
Puhana village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puhana?
Puhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puhana?
The pincode of Puhana is 247667.
What is the population of Puhana?
Puhana had a total population of 3,669, including 1,909 males and 1,760 females.
How many households are there in Puhana?
Puhana had 556 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puhana was 49.82%. Male literacy was 59.42% and female literacy was 39.21%.