Puntair - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Puntair is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 28.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Bhour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puntair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puntair is 310878. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.89 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Puntair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puntair
As per Census 2011, Puntair village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 328 males and 319 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puntair are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 328 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 206 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 122 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Puntair
Puntair 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 Puntair
Puntair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Puntair is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Puntair is about 28.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puntair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puntair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puntair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puntair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puntair
Where is Puntair located?
Puntair village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puntair?
The Gram Panchayat of Puntair is Bhour.
What is the pincode of Puntair?
The pincode of Puntair is 733141.
What is the population of Puntair?
Puntair has a total population of 647, including 328 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Puntair?
There are 168 households in Puntair.
What is the literacy rate in Puntair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puntair is 60.43%. Male literacy is 62.80% and female literacy is 57.99%.