Punshur
Punshur is a village located in Khandaghosh subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sagrai. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Punshur village. As per 2009 stats, Berugram is the gram panchayat of Punshur village.
Punshur has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Punshur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punshur is 320879. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722201. Burdwan is nearest town to Punshur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Punshur
Population of Punshur
Below is a concise population overview of Punshur 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 | 1,056 | 547 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 283 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 822 | 452 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 95 | 139 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punshur village:
- The total population of Punshur village is around 1,056, including approximately 547 males and 509 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Punshur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punshur village has 540 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Punshur village is about 77.84%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 72.69%.
- There are around 227 households in Punshur village.
Connectivity of Punshur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punshur. As per the 2011 stats, Punshur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punshur
Knowing the nearby villages of Punshur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punshur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punshur
- Where is Punshur located?
- Punshur village is situated in Khandaghosh Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punshur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punshur is Berugram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punshur?
- The pincode of Punshur is 722201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punshur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punshur is 1,056, with 547 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Punshur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punshur village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punshur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punshur is 77.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.63%, while the female literacy rate is 72.69%.