Punji Khera - Biswan, Sitapur
Punji Khera is a village situated in the Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biswan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Punji Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punji Khera is 138431. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.64 hectares and falls under the 261202 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Punji Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sevata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punji Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Punji Khera village had a total population of 1,536 people, including 819 males and 717 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.38%, with male literacy at 65.49% and female literacy at 39.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 702.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 446 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 373 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Punji Khera
Punji Khera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Devriya Khurd | East | 1.29 km |
| Dharmi Saray | South | 1.32 km |
| Sirsaklan | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Pipara Khurd Anant Singh | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Patni | North | 2.32 km |
| Sirsisarayan | West | 2.45 km |
| Jhauwa Khurd | North | 2.70 km |
| Jahgira Bad | East | 2.83 km |
| Sukhawan Klan | South-West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punji Khera
Punji Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biswan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Punji Khera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Punji Khera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punji Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punji Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punji Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punji Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punji Khera
Where is Punji Khera located?
Punji Khera village is located in Biswan Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punji Khera?
Punji Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punji Khera?
The pincode of Punji Khera is 261202.
What is the population of Punji Khera?
Punji Khera had a total population of 1,536, including 819 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Punji Khera?
Punji Khera had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punji Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punji Khera was 53.38%. Male literacy was 65.49% and female literacy was 39.42%.