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.
Punji Khera has its own place in the vibrant Sitapur 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 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.
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Population of Punji Khera
Below is a concise population overview of Punji Khera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punji Khera village:
- The total population of Punji Khera village is around 1,536, including approximately 819 males and 717 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Punji Khera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punji Khera village has 702 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Punji Khera village is about 44.21%, with male literacy at 54.46% and female literacy at 32.50%.
- There are around 270 households in Punji Khera village.
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%.