Punji Khera
Punji Khera is a village located in Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Biswan (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sitapur. As per 2009 stats, Punji Khera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punji Khera unique in its vibrant Biswan-Sitapur region. You’ll see Punji Khera’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 Punji Khera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punji Khera is 138431. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 261202. Sitapur is nearest town to Punji Khera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Punji Khera
Population of Punji Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Punji Khera has a total population of about 1,536, with approximately 819 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 702 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 44.21%, with male literacy at about 54.46% and female literacy near 32.50%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punji Khera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,536 | 819 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 359 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 679 | 446 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 373 | 484 |
Connectivity of Punji Khera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punji Khera. As per the 2011 stats, Punji Khera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punji Khera
Knowing the nearby villages of Punji Khera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punji Khera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punji Khera
- Where is Punji Khera located?
- Punji Khera village is situated in Biswan Tehsil, within the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punji Khera?
- Punji Khera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punji Khera?
- The pincode of Punji Khera is 261202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punji Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punji Khera is 1,536, with 819 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Punji Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punji Khera village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punji Khera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punji Khera is 44.21%. The male literacy rate is 54.46%, while the female literacy rate is 32.50%.