Punsia - Ramgarh, Dumka
Punsia is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Dumka, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Amrapahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punsia is 370199. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Punsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Punsia
According to the 2011 Census, Punsia village had a total population of 634 people, including 314 males and 320 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.65%, with male literacy at 40.48% and female literacy at 28.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 452.
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 | 634 | 314 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 223 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 102 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 212 | 247 |
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
Public transport in the Punsia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Punsia is about 40 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Punsia
Where is Punsia located?
Punsia village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Punsia is Amrapahari.
What is the pincode of Punsia?
The pincode of Punsia is 814119.
What is the population of Punsia?
Punsia had a total population of 634, including 314 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Punsia?
Punsia had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punsia was 34.65%. Male literacy was 40.48% and female literacy was 28.85%.