Punda
Punda is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Punda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punda unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Punda’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 Punda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punda is 185173. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.53 hectares. Sahjanwa is nearest town to Punda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punda
Population of Punda
According to the 2011 Census, Punda has a total population of about 1,310, with approximately 683 males and 627 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 407 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 62.21%, with male literacy at about 74.67% and female literacy near 48.64%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 683 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 224 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 815 | 510 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 173 | 322 |
Connectivity of Punda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punda. As per the 2011 stats, Punda 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 within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punda
Knowing the nearby villages of Punda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punda
- Where is Punda located?
- Punda village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punda?
- Punda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Punda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punda is 1,310, with 683 males and 627 females.
- How many households are there in Punda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punda village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punda is 62.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.67%, while the female literacy rate is 48.64%.