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.

Punda has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur 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 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.

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Population of Punda

Below is a concise population overview of Punda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punda village:

  • The total population of Punda village is around 1,310, including approximately 683 males and 627 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Punda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punda village has 407 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punda village is about 62.21%, with male literacy at 74.67% and female literacy at 48.64%.
  • There are around 221 households in Punda village.

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.

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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%.