Punasia
Punasia is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Jalda is the gram panchayat of Punasia village.
Punasia has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Punasia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punasia is 387992. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757086. Baripada is nearest town to Punasia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Punasia
Below is a concise population overview of Punasia 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 | 647 | 320 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 222 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 221 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 99 | 163 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punasia village:
- The total population of Punasia village is around 647, including approximately 320 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Punasia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punasia village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 451 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punasia village is about 59.51%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 50.15%.
- There are around 155 households in Punasia village.
Connectivity of Punasia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punasia. As per the 2011 stats, Punasia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punasia
Knowing the nearby villages of Punasia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punasia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punasia
- Where is Punasia located?
- Punasia village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punasia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punasia is Jalda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punasia?
- The pincode of Punasia is 757086, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punasia is 647, with 320 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Punasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punasia village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punasia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punasia is 59.51%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 50.15%.