Punchhari - Joura, Morena
Punchhari is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Bichpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punchhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punchhari is 452372. The village covers a total geographical area of 1295 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Morena is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Punchhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punchhari
According to the 2011 Census, Punchhari village had a total population of 95 people, including 53 males and 42 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.88%, with male literacy at 65.96% and female literacy at 40.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 31 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 22 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Punchhari
Punchhari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhond | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Pagara | West | 3.67 km |
| Thehagird | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Gurja | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Bichpuri | North-West | 4.90 km |
| (ghorera)dhorera | West | 5.91 km |
| Lakhanpura | South | 6.32 km |
| Chandpur | North | 6.45 km |
| Samedi | South-West | 6.55 km |
| Singhaura | North | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punchhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Punchhari. The nearest railway station is Thara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morena to Punchhari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punchhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punchhari 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 Punchhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punchhari 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 Punchhari
Where is Punchhari located?
Punchhari village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punchhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Punchhari is Bichpuri.
What is the pincode of Punchhari?
The pincode of Punchhari is 476221.
What is the population of Punchhari?
Punchhari had a total population of 95, including 53 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Punchhari?
Punchhari had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punchhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punchhari was 54.88%. Male literacy was 65.96% and female literacy was 40.00%.