Punrru - Chas, Bokaro
Punrru is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Pundru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punrru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punrru is 362680. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.57 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Punrru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandankyari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punrru
According to the 2011 Census, Punrru village had a total population of 5,510 people, including 2,892 males and 2,618 females, living in 1,000 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.46%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 54.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 387, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 5,510 | 2,892 | 2,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 877 | 452 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 206 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,218 | 2,022 | 1,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,292 | 870 | 1,422 |
Nearby Villages of Punrru
Punrru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arita | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Damudi | South | 2.81 km |
| Lalpur | East | 2.86 km |
| Chakpendra | East | 2.87 km |
| Shilphor | North | 2.91 km |
| Turidi | West | 3.06 km |
| Pathra | East | 3.10 km |
| Tupra | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Dabarbahal | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Mohoda | North-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punrru
Punrru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talgaria, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Punrru is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punrru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punrru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punrru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punrru 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punrru
Where is Punrru located?
Punrru village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punrru?
The Gram Panchayat of Punrru is Pundru.
What is the pincode of Punrru?
The pincode of Punrru is 827013.
What is the population of Punrru?
Punrru had a total population of 5,510, including 2,892 males and 2,618 females.
How many households are there in Punrru?
Punrru had 1,000 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punrru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punrru was 69.46%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 54.54%.