Puntra

Puntra is a village located in Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bichhua (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Surangi is the gram panchayat of Puntra village.

Puntra has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara 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 Puntra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puntra is 495378. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.39 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Puntra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Puntra

Below is a concise population overview of Puntra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 293 136 157
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 17 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 185 83 102
Literate Population 207 108 99
Illiterate Population 86 28 58

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puntra village:

  • The total population of Puntra village is around 293, including approximately 136 males and 157 females, with a sex ratio of 1154 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Puntra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puntra village has 185 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puntra village is about 70.65%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 63.06%.
  • There are around 56 households in Puntra village.

Connectivity of Puntra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puntra. As per the 2011 stats, Puntra 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Puntra

Knowing the nearby villages of Puntra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puntra.

Aklma Khairimali Dokli Khurd Surangi Kurai Gummach Khamariya Datla Khamara Dongargaon Khurd Pipariya Khurd Kisanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Puntra

Where is Puntra located?
Puntra village is situated in Bichhua Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puntra?
The Gram Panchayat of Puntra is Surangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Puntra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puntra is 293, with 136 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Puntra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puntra village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puntra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puntra is 70.65%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 63.06%.