Punjapura
Punjapura is a village located in Bagli tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bagli (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Punjapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Punjapura has its own place in the vibrant Dewas 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 Punjapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punjapura is 474005. The village spans a total geographical area of 698.39 hectares. Bagli is nearest town to Punjapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punjapura 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 Bagali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punjapura
Population of Punjapura
Below is a concise population overview of Punjapura 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 | 4,875 | 2,469 | 2,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 364 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 201 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,398 | 1,223 | 1,175 |
| Literate Population | 2,821 | 1,604 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,054 | 865 | 1,189 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punjapura village:
- The total population of Punjapura village is around 4,875, including approximately 2,469 males and 2,406 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 695 children aged 0–6 years in Punjapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punjapura village has 405 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,398 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punjapura village is about 57.87%, with male literacy at 64.97% and female literacy at 50.58%.
- There are around 1,013 households in Punjapura village.
Connectivity of Punjapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punjapura. As per the 2011 stats, Punjapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punjapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Punjapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punjapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punjapura
- Where is Punjapura located?
- Punjapura village is situated in Bagli Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punjapura?
- Punjapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punjapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punjapura is 4,875, with 2,469 males and 2,406 females.
- How many households are there in Punjapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punjapura village has a total of 1,013 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punjapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punjapura is 57.87%. The male literacy rate is 64.97%, while the female literacy rate is 50.58%.