Punasi
Punasi is a village located in Bharatpur Ii subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Salar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Punasi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Simulia is the gram panchayat of Punasi village.
Here you can discover what makes Punasi unique in its vibrant Bharatpur Ii-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Punasi’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 Punasi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punasi is 315709. The village spans a total geographical area of 267.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742401. Katwa is nearest town to Punasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Punasi
Population of Punasi
According to the 2011 Census, Punasi has a total population of about 4,751, with approximately 2,400 males and 2,351 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 574 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 664 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 55.02%, with male literacy at about 60.08% and female literacy near 49.85%. There are around 1,047 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punasi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,751 | 2,400 | 2,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 283 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 347 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,614 | 1,442 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,137 | 958 | 1,179 |
Connectivity of Punasi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punasi. As per the 2011 stats, Punasi 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punasi
Knowing the nearby villages of Punasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punasi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punasi
- Where is Punasi located?
- Punasi village is situated in Bharatpur Ii Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punasi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punasi is Simulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punasi?
- The pincode of Punasi is 742401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punasi is 4,751, with 2,400 males and 2,351 females.
- How many households are there in Punasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punasi village has a total of 1,047 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punasi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punasi is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 60.08%, while the female literacy rate is 49.85%.