Punchhi
Punchhi is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Punchhi village. As per 2009 stats, Puchi is the gram panchayat of Punchhi village.
Punchhi has its own place in the vibrant Katni 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 Punchhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punchhi is 488090. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.34 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Punchhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punchhi 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 Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punchhi
Population of Punchhi
Below is a concise population overview of Punchhi 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 | 843 | 438 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 274 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 164 | 237 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punchhi village:
- The total population of Punchhi village is around 843, including approximately 438 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Punchhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punchhi village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 314 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punchhi village is about 52.43%, with male literacy at 62.56% and female literacy at 41.48%.
- There are around 210 households in Punchhi village.
Connectivity of Punchhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punchhi. As per the 2011 stats, Punchhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punchhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Punchhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punchhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punchhi
- Where is Punchhi located?
- Punchhi village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punchhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punchhi is Puchi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Punchhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punchhi is 843, with 438 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Punchhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punchhi village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punchhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punchhi is 52.43%. The male literacy rate is 62.56%, while the female literacy rate is 41.48%.