Punui Alias Kashitanr - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad
Punui Alias Kashitanr is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chirkunda and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Palarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punui Alias Kashitanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punui Alias Kashitanr is 362041. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 828206 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Punui Alias Kashitanr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punui Alias Kashitanr
According to the 2011 Census, Punui Alias Kashitanr village had a total population of 668 people, including 337 males and 331 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.25%, with male literacy at 47.33% and female literacy at 28.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 508.
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 | 668 | 337 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 253 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 133 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 204 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Punui Alias Kashitanr
Punui Alias Kashitanr 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 Punui Alias Kashitanr
Punui Alias Kashitanr is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Punui Alias Kashitanr.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Punui Alias Kashitanr is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punui Alias Kashitanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punui Alias Kashitanr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punui Alias Kashitanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punui Alias Kashitanr 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Punui Alias Kashitanr
Where is Punui Alias Kashitanr located?
Punui Alias Kashitanr village is located in Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punui Alias Kashitanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Punui Alias Kashitanr is Palarpur.
What is the pincode of Punui Alias Kashitanr?
The pincode of Punui Alias Kashitanr is 828206.
What is the population of Punui Alias Kashitanr?
Punui Alias Kashitanr had a total population of 668, including 337 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Punui Alias Kashitanr?
Punui Alias Kashitanr had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punui Alias Kashitanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punui Alias Kashitanr was 38.25%. Male literacy was 47.33% and female literacy was 28.73%.