Puthia - Onda, Bankura
Puthia is a village situated in the Onda subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Onda-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puthia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthia is 328456. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.76 hectares and falls under the 722144 pincode. Bishnupur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Puthia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Puthia
According to the 2011 Census, Puthia village had a total population of 2,163 people, including 1,146 males and 1,017 females, living in 492 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.33%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 73.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 565, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 2,163 | 1,146 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 285 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 886 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 260 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Puthia
Puthia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puthia
Puthia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Puthia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnupur to Puthia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puthia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Puthia
Where is Puthia located?
Puthia village is located in Onda Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puthia?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthia is Onda-i.
What is the pincode of Puthia?
The pincode of Puthia is 722144.
What is the population of Puthia?
Puthia had a total population of 2,163, including 1,146 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Puthia?
Puthia had 492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthia was 79.33%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 73.35%.