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.

Here you can discover what makes Punshur unique in its vibrant Khandaghosh-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Punshur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Punshur

According to the 2011 Census, Punshur has a total population of about 1,056, with approximately 547 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 540 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.84%, with male literacy at about 82.63% and female literacy near 72.69%. There are around 227 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punshur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.