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.
Here you can discover what makes Punja unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Punja’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Punja has a total population of about 870, with approximately 420 males and 450 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 165 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.89%, with male literacy at about 77.38% and female literacy near 62.89%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.