Punsia - Nala, Jamtara
Punsia is a village situated in the Nala subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nala and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Mahulbana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punsia is 372771. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 815355 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 1,033 people, consisting of 530 males and 503 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 530 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 334 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 347 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 183 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Punsia
Punsia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hidaljori | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Phansidangal | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Pagla | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Sripur | West | 2.14 km |
| Khaira | South | 2.26 km |
| Bardahi | North | 2.28 km |
| Jamdahi | East | 2.44 km |
| Phutabandh | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Jhaldumaria | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Khamarbad | North-East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punsia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punsia. The nearest railway station is Bodma, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jamtara to Punsia is about 16 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nala Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Punsia is Mahulbana.
What is the pincode of Punsia?
The pincode of Punsia is 815355.
What is the population of Punsia?
Punsia has a total population of 1,033, including 530 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Punsia?
There are 205 households in Punsia.
What is the literacy rate in Punsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punsia is 55.95%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 45.92%.