Punura - Puncha, Purulia
Punura is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 34.1 km from Puncha and around 23.8 km from Purulia. Panipathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punura is 331129. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 723101 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Punura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punura
As per Census 2011, Punura village has a total population of 1,968 people, consisting of 986 males and 982 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,968 | 986 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 275 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 708 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 278 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Punura
Punura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Darodi | West | 1.87 km |
| Gargatbahal | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Tilagara | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Ranipur | North | 2.01 km |
| Bhatamdi | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kalipur | South | 2.26 km |
| Negurya | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Makarka | South | 2.43 km |
| Panipathar | East | 2.45 km |
| Palma | West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punura
Punura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Punura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Punura is about 23.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punura
Where is Punura located?
Punura village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punura?
The Gram Panchayat of Punura is Panipathar.
What is the pincode of Punura?
The pincode of Punura is 723101.
What is the population of Punura?
Punura has a total population of 1,968, including 986 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Punura?
There are 393 households in Punura.
What is the literacy rate in Punura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punura is 57.16%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 42.46%.