Panruda - Puncha, Purulia
Panruda is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Puncha and around 58 km from Purulia. Chirudihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panruda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panruda is 331080. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.05 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Panruda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panruda
As per Census 2011, Panruda village has a total population of 969 people, consisting of 507 males and 462 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panruda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 969 | 507 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 359 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 148 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Panruda
Panruda 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 Panruda
Panruda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Panruda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Panruda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panruda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panruda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panruda
Where is Panruda located?
Panruda village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panruda?
The Gram Panchayat of Panruda is Chirudihi.
What is the pincode of Panruda?
The pincode of Panruda is 723151.
What is the population of Panruda?
Panruda has a total population of 969, including 507 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Panruda?
There are 185 households in Panruda.
What is the literacy rate in Panruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panruda is 60.89%. Male literacy is 70.81% and female literacy is 50.00%.