Punra (P) - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Punra (P) is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.8 km from Baduria. Bajitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punra (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punra (P) is 323490. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.57 hectares and falls under the 743427 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Punra (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punra (P)
As per Census 2011, Punra (P) village has a total population of 8,590 people, consisting of 4,401 males and 4,189 females. The village has 2,021 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 929 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,340 literate and 2,250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punra (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,590 | 4,401 | 4,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 929 | 504 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,393 | 700 | 693 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 6,340 | 3,340 | 3,000 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,250 | 1,061 | 1,189 |
Nearby Villages of Punra (P)
Punra (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magurati Shrirampur | South | 1.52 km |
| Bajitpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Fatullapur | West | 2.00 km |
| Belgaria | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Kefayetkati | East | 2.96 km |
| Gobindapur Dhokra | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Gandharbbapur | East | 3.20 km |
| Chaura | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Katia | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Palta | North-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punra (P)
Punra (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Baduria to Punra (P) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punra (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punra (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punra (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punra (P) 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 Punra (P)
Where is Punra (P) located?
Punra (P) village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punra (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Punra (P) is Bajitpur.
What is the pincode of Punra (P)?
The pincode of Punra (P) is 743427.
What is the population of Punra (P)?
Punra (P) has a total population of 8,590, including 4,401 males and 4,189 females.
How many households are there in Punra (P)?
There are 2,021 households in Punra (P).
What is the literacy rate in Punra (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punra (P) is 73.81%. Male literacy is 75.89% and female literacy is 71.62%.