Punya
Punya is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Punya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Haripur is the gram panchayat of Punya village.
Here you can discover what makes Punya unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Punya’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 Punya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punya is 344011. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721443. Egra is nearest town to Punya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Punya
Population of Punya
According to the 2011 Census, Punya has a total population of about 2,244, with approximately 1,150 males and 1,094 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.61%, with male literacy at about 79.74% and female literacy near 63.07%. There are around 488 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,244 | 1,150 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 917 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 233 | 404 |
Connectivity of Punya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punya. As per the 2011 stats, Punya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punya
Knowing the nearby villages of Punya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punya
- Where is Punya located?
- Punya village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punya is Haripur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punya?
- The pincode of Punya is 721443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punya is 2,244, with 1,150 males and 1,094 females.
- How many households are there in Punya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punya village has a total of 488 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punya is 71.61%. The male literacy rate is 79.74%, while the female literacy rate is 63.07%.