Punja
Punja is a village located in Bharthana tehsil of Etawah district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Bharthana (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Etawah. As per 2009 stats, Punja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punja unique in its vibrant Bharthana-Etawah region. You’ll see Punja’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 Punja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punja is 147716. The village spans a total geographical area of 393.71 hectares. Etawah is nearest town to Punja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Punja
Population of Punja
According to the 2011 Census, Punja has a total population of about 1,365, with approximately 713 males and 652 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 278 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.81%, with male literacy at about 68.44% and female literacy near 58.74%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,365 | 713 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 126 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 150 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 871 | 488 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 225 | 269 |
Connectivity of Punja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punja. As per the 2011 stats, Punja 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 |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punja
Knowing the nearby villages of Punja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punja
- Where is Punja located?
- Punja village is situated in Bharthana Tehsil, within the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punja?
- Punja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punja is 1,365, with 713 males and 652 females.
- How many households are there in Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punja village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punja is 63.81%. The male literacy rate is 68.44%, while the female literacy rate is 58.74%.