Pukhuria

Pukhuria is a village located in Haroa subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.3km away from sub-district headquarter Haroa. Barasat is the district headquarter of Pukhuria village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Pukhuria village.

Pukhuria has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pukhuria

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pukhuria is 323725. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743445. Basirhat is nearest town to Pukhuria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pukhuria village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pukhuria

Below is a concise population overview of Pukhuria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,748 1,429 1,319
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 278 142 136
Scheduled Castes (SC) 32 16 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,030 1,120 910
Illiterate Population 718 309 409

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pukhuria village:

  • The total population of Pukhuria village is around 2,748, including approximately 1,429 males and 1,319 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 278 children aged 0–6 years in Pukhuria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pukhuria village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pukhuria village is about 73.87%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 68.99%.
  • There are around 587 households in Pukhuria village.

Connectivity of Pukhuria

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pukhuria. As per the 2011 stats, Pukhuria 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pukhuria

Knowing the nearby villages of Pukhuria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pukhuria.

Madartala Trimohini Gopalpur Dirghadaria Bhabanipur Bhubanpur Rameshwarpur Jampur Amta Khatra Batagachhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Pukhuria

Where is Pukhuria located?
Pukhuria village is situated in Haroa Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukhuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukhuria is Gopalpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pukhuria?
The pincode of Pukhuria is 743445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pukhuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pukhuria is 2,748, with 1,429 males and 1,319 females.
How many households are there in Pukhuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pukhuria village has a total of 587 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukhuria as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pukhuria is 73.87%. The male literacy rate is 78.38%, while the female literacy rate is 68.99%.