Puniksa
Puniksa is a village located in Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhanian (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Kritsinghpur is the gram panchayat of Puniksa village.
Here you can discover what makes Puniksa unique in its vibrant Jakhania-Ghazipur region. You’ll see Puniksa’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 Puniksa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puniksa is 203576. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.61 hectares. Jakhania is nearest town to Puniksa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puniksa
Population of Puniksa
According to the 2011 Census, Puniksa has a total population of about 984, with approximately 467 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 1107 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 286 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 64.13%, with male literacy at about 75.80% and female literacy near 53.58%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puniksa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 467 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 125 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 631 | 354 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 113 | 240 |
Connectivity of Puniksa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puniksa. As per the 2011 stats, Puniksa 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puniksa
Knowing the nearby villages of Puniksa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puniksa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puniksa
- Where is Puniksa located?
- Puniksa village is situated in Jakhania Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puniksa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puniksa is Kritsinghpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Puniksa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puniksa is 984, with 467 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Puniksa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puniksa village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puniksa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puniksa is 64.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.80%, while the female literacy rate is 53.58%.