Punchhi - Jawa, Rewa
Punchhi is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Atraila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punchhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punchhi is 465298. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.63 hectares and falls under the 486447 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Punchhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punchhi
As per Census 2011, Punchhi village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 258 males and 217 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punchhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 258 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 207 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 51 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Punchhi
Punchhi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punchhi
Punchhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirmour to Punchhi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Punchhi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punchhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punchhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punchhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punchhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punchhi
Where is Punchhi located?
Punchhi village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punchhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Punchhi is Atraila.
What is the pincode of Punchhi?
The pincode of Punchhi is 486447.
What is the population of Punchhi?
Punchhi has a total population of 475, including 258 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Punchhi?
There are 85 households in Punchhi.
What is the literacy rate in Punchhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punchhi is 76.63%. Male literacy is 80.23% and female literacy is 72.35%.