Puijanga

Puijanga is a village located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.2km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Latpada is the gram panchayat of Puijanga village.

Puijanga has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Puijanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puijanga is 331913. The village spans a total geographical area of 203.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723127. Purulia is nearest town to Puijanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Puijanga

Below is a concise population overview of Puijanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 868 434 434
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 59 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 255 124 131
Literate Population 461 294 167
Illiterate Population 407 140 267

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puijanga village:

  • The total population of Puijanga village is around 868, including approximately 434 males and 434 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Puijanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puijanga village has 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puijanga village is about 53.11%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 38.48%.
  • There are around 180 households in Puijanga village.

Connectivity of Puijanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puijanga. As per the 2011 stats, Puijanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Puijanga

Knowing the nearby villages of Puijanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puijanga.

Kristanagar Amrabera Senada Kuturkuma Gobindapur Nilmohanpur Fagudih Murgabani Herbana Kadampur Hullung

Frequently Asked Questions about Puijanga

Where is Puijanga located?
Puijanga village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Puijanga is Latpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puijanga?
The pincode of Puijanga is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puijanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puijanga is 868, with 434 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Puijanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puijanga village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puijanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puijanga is 53.11%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 38.48%.