Punja
Punja is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Punja village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Narayangarh is the gram panchayat of Punja village.
Here you can discover what makes Punja unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-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 343158. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Punja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Punja
Population of Punja
According to the 2011 Census, Punja has a total population of about 277, with approximately 139 males and 138 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.34%, with male literacy at about 87.77% and female literacy near 68.84%. There are around 62 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 | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 217 | 122 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 17 | 43 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 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 Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punja is Narayangarh (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 721437, 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 277, with 139 males and 138 females.
- How many households are there in Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punja village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punja is 78.34%. The male literacy rate is 87.77%, while the female literacy rate is 68.84%.