Punipada
Punipada is a village located in Sonua subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sonua (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Govindpur is the gram panchayat of Punipada village.
Punipada has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Punipada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punipada is 376861. The village spans a total geographical area of 198 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833102. Sonua is nearest town to Punipada village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Punipada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punipada
Population of Punipada
Below is a concise population overview of Punipada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,575 | 785 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 136 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 261 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 476 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 309 | 498 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punipada village:
- The total population of Punipada village is around 1,575, including approximately 785 males and 790 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 262 children aged 0–6 years in Punipada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punipada village has 504 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punipada village is about 48.76%, with male literacy at 60.64% and female literacy at 36.96%.
- There are around 348 households in Punipada village.
Connectivity of Punipada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punipada. As per the 2011 stats, Punipada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punipada
Knowing the nearby villages of Punipada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punipada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punipada
- Where is Punipada located?
- Punipada village is situated in Sonua Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punipada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punipada is Govindpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punipada?
- The pincode of Punipada is 833102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punipada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punipada is 1,575, with 785 males and 790 females.
- How many households are there in Punipada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punipada village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punipada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punipada is 48.76%. The male literacy rate is 60.64%, while the female literacy rate is 36.96%.