Punat
Punat is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 85.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Kalikamora is the gram panchayat of Punat village.
Here you can discover what makes Punat unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Punat’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 Punat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punat is 310477. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliagong is nearest town to Punat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Punat
Population of Punat
According to the 2011 Census, Punat has a total population of about 256, with approximately 134 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 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 53.91%, with male literacy at about 61.94% and female literacy near 45.08%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 134 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 127 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 51 | 67 |
Connectivity of Punat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punat. As per the 2011 stats, Punat 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punat
Knowing the nearby villages of Punat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punat
- Where is Punat located?
- Punat village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punat is Kalikamora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punat?
- The pincode of Punat is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punat is 256, with 134 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Punat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punat village has a total of 64 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punat is 53.91%. The male literacy rate is 61.94%, while the female literacy rate is 45.08%.