Punja - Narayangarh, Paschim Medinipur
Punja is a village situated in the Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Narayangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punja is 343158. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.34 hectares and falls under the 721437 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Punja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punja
According to the 2011 Census, Punja village had a total population of 277 people, including 139 males and 138 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.10%, with male literacy at 94.57% and female literacy at 75.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 122 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 17 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Punja
Punja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punja
Punja is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Punja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Punja is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punja
Where is Punja located?
Punja village is located in Narayangarh Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punja?
The Gram Panchayat of Punja is Narayangarh.
What is the pincode of Punja?
The pincode of Punja is 721437.
What is the population of Punja?
Punja had a total population of 277, including 139 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Punja?
Punja had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punja was 85.10%. Male literacy was 94.57% and female literacy was 75.40%.