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.

Here you can discover what makes Punjapura unique in its vibrant Bagli-Dewas region. You’ll see Punjapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Punjapura

According to the 2011 Census, Punjapura has a total population of about 4,875, with approximately 2,469 males and 2,406 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 695 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 405 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,398. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.87%, with male literacy at about 64.97% and female literacy near 50.58%. There are around 1,013 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punjapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.