Punsia - Rajaun, Banka
Punsia is a village situated in the Rajaun subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajaun and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Morama Bangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punsia is 240914. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 813107 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Punsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punsia
As per Census 2011, Punsia village has a total population of 7,102 people, consisting of 3,718 males and 3,384 females. The village has 1,423 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,207 literate and 2,895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 971 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,102 | 3,718 | 3,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,176 | 620 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 971 | 507 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,207 | 2,403 | 1,804 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,895 | 1,315 | 1,580 |
Nearby Villages of Punsia
Punsia 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 Punsia
Punsia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Punsia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Punsia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punsia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punsia
Where is Punsia located?
Punsia village is located in Rajaun Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Punsia is Morama Bangaon.
What is the pincode of Punsia?
The pincode of Punsia is 813107.
What is the population of Punsia?
Punsia has a total population of 7,102, including 3,718 males and 3,384 females.
How many households are there in Punsia?
There are 1,423 households in Punsia.
What is the literacy rate in Punsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punsia is 59.24%. Male literacy is 64.63% and female literacy is 53.31%.