Puinan - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Puinan is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Polba and around 22.5 km from Chinsura. Dadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puinan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puinan is 325220. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.93 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Puinan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puinan
As per Census 2011, Puinan village has a total population of 4,449 people, consisting of 2,234 males and 2,215 females. The village has 977 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,193 literate and 1,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 626 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puinan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,449 | 2,234 | 2,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 225 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,543 | 786 | 757 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 305 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 3,193 | 1,748 | 1,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 486 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Puinan
Puinan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mogalpur | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Dighanswar | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Banshdarun | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Purbasikta | North | 1.78 km |
| Rasulpur | West | 1.85 km |
| Kharsat | West | 2.11 km |
| Talchinan-sanihati | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Nagpal | North | 2.19 km |
| Sekendarpur | West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puinan
Public transport in the Puinan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belmuri, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura to Puinan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Puinan is about 22.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puinan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puinan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puinan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puinan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puinan
Where is Puinan located?
Puinan village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puinan?
The Gram Panchayat of Puinan is Dadpur.
What is the pincode of Puinan?
The pincode of Puinan is 712305.
What is the population of Puinan?
Puinan has a total population of 4,449, including 2,234 males and 2,215 females.
How many households are there in Puinan?
There are 977 households in Puinan.
What is the literacy rate in Puinan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puinan is 71.77%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 65.24%.