Bara Punsia - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Bara Punsia is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Hat Gamharia and around 40 km from Chaibasa. Jamdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Punsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Punsia is 378000. The village covers a total geographical area of 307 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Bara Punsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Punsia
As per Census 2011, Bara Punsia village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 181 males and 175 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Punsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 64 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 117 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Punsia
Bara 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 Bara Punsia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bara Punsia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bara Punsia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chaibasa to Bara 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 Bara Punsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Punsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara 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 Bara Punsia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara Punsia
Where is Bara Punsia located?
Bara Punsia village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Punsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Punsia is Jamdih.
What is the pincode of Bara Punsia?
The pincode of Bara Punsia is 833214.
What is the population of Bara Punsia?
Bara Punsia has a total population of 356, including 181 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Bara Punsia?
There are 71 households in Bara Punsia.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Punsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Punsia is 25.00%. Male literacy is 35.36% and female literacy is 14.29%.