Puinala
Puinala is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 76.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Kalikamora is the gram panchayat of Puinala village.
Here you can discover what makes Puinala unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Puinala’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 Puinala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puinala is 310465. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Puinala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Puinala
Population of Puinala
According to the 2011 Census, Puinala has a total population of about 878, with approximately 445 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.23%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 58.43%. There are around 201 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puinala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 445 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 520 | 267 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 178 | 180 |
Connectivity of Puinala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puinala. As per the 2011 stats, Puinala 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puinala
Knowing the nearby villages of Puinala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puinala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puinala
- Where is Puinala located?
- Puinala village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puinala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puinala is Kalikamora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puinala?
- The pincode of Puinala is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puinala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puinala is 878, with 445 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Puinala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puinala village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puinala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puinala is 59.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 58.43%.