Pundahit - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Pundahit is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from Goghat and around 87.6 km from Chinsura. Kumarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundahit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundahit is 324138. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.55 hectares and falls under the 712611 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pundahit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pundahit
As per Census 2011, Pundahit village has a total population of 1,317 people, consisting of 676 males and 641 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pundahit are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 676 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 249 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 535 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 141 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Pundahit
Pundahit 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 Pundahit
Public transport in the Pundahit is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Pundahit is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Pundahit is about 87.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundahit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundahit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pundahit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundahit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pundahit
Where is Pundahit located?
Pundahit village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pundahit?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundahit is Kumarganj.
What is the pincode of Pundahit?
The pincode of Pundahit is 712611.
What is the population of Pundahit?
Pundahit has a total population of 1,317, including 676 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Pundahit?
There are 290 households in Pundahit.
What is the literacy rate in Pundahit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundahit is 71.83%. Male literacy is 79.14% and female literacy is 64.12%.