Puncha
Puncha is a village located in Onda subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Onda. Bankura is the district headquarter of Puncha village. As per 2009 stats, Ramsagar is the gram panchayat of Puncha village.
Puncha has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Puncha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puncha is 328549. The village spans a total geographical area of 480.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722144. Bishnupur is nearest town to Puncha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Puncha
Population of Puncha
Below is a concise population overview of Puncha 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 | 2,291 | 1,187 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 151 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,626 | 838 | 788 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 730 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 457 | 638 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puncha village:
- The total population of Puncha village is around 2,291, including approximately 1,187 males and 1,104 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 279 children aged 0–6 years in Puncha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puncha village has 1,626 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 96 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puncha village is about 52.20%, with male literacy at 61.50% and female literacy at 42.21%.
- There are around 500 households in Puncha village.
Connectivity of Puncha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puncha. As per the 2011 stats, Puncha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puncha
Knowing the nearby villages of Puncha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puncha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puncha
- Where is Puncha located?
- Puncha village is situated in Onda Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puncha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puncha is Ramsagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puncha?
- The pincode of Puncha is 722144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puncha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puncha is 2,291, with 1,187 males and 1,104 females.
- How many households are there in Puncha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puncha village has a total of 500 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puncha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puncha is 52.20%. The male literacy rate is 61.50%, while the female literacy rate is 42.21%.