Punja
Punja is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Punja village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Monoharpur is the gram panchayat of Punja village.
Punja has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Punja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punja is 343761. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721451. Kharagpur is nearest town to Punja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Punja
Population of Punja
Below is a concise population overview of Punja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 420 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 325 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 95 | 167 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punja village:
- The total population of Punja village is around 870, including approximately 420 males and 450 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Punja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punja village has 165 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punja village is about 69.89%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 62.89%.
- There are around 203 households in Punja village.
Connectivity of Punja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punja. As per the 2011 stats, Punja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punja
Knowing the nearby villages of Punja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punja
- Where is Punja located?
- Punja village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punja is Monoharpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punja?
- The pincode of Punja is 721451, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punja is 870, with 420 males and 450 females.
- How many households are there in Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punja village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punja is 69.89%. The male literacy rate is 77.38%, while the female literacy rate is 62.89%.