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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punsia
As per Census 2011, Punsia village has a total population of 634 people, consisting of 314 males and 320 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punsia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 634, including 314 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Punsia?
There are 133 households in Punsia.
What is the literacy rate in Punsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punsia is 27.60%. Male literacy is 32.48% and female literacy is 22.81%.