Punia - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Punia is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from Goghat and around 97.9 km from Chinsura. Kumarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punia is 324131. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.34 hectares and falls under the 712611 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Punia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punia
As per Census 2011, Punia village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 405 males and 384 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 505 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 405 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 289 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 116 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Punia
Punia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Siringa | South | 0.61 km |
| Dashere | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Malikpara | West | 1.38 km |
| Chhatra Khanda | East | 1.77 km |
| Kunjapur | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Panna | South | 2.39 km |
| Amdai | West | 2.59 km |
| Kamala | South | 2.60 km |
| Habishpur | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Bamania | North | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punia
Public transport in the Punia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barddhaman Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Arambagh to Punia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Punia is about 97.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punia 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 Punia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punia
Where is Punia located?
Punia village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punia?
The Gram Panchayat of Punia is Kumarganj.
What is the pincode of Punia?
The pincode of Punia is 712611.
What is the population of Punia?
Punia has a total population of 789, including 405 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Punia?
There are 173 households in Punia.
What is the literacy rate in Punia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punia is 64.01%. Male literacy is 71.36% and female literacy is 56.25%.