Punsa

Punsa is a village located in Bundwan subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Bandwan (tehsildar office) and 73.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dhadka is the gram panchayat of Punsa village.

Punsa 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 Punsa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punsa is 332465. The village spans a total geographical area of 650.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723129. Jamshedpur is nearest town to Punsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.

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Population of Punsa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 717 368 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 56 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 715 366 349
Literate Population 269 174 95
Illiterate Population 448 194 254

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

  • The total population of Punsa village is around 717, including approximately 368 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Punsa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punsa village has 715 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Punsa village is about 37.52%, with male literacy at 47.28% and female literacy at 27.22%.
  • There are around 134 households in Punsa village.

Connectivity of Punsa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Punsa

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

Dulukdih Samil Kendapara Kantagora Madhuban Ghoratika Barakhula Karru Burijhor Satara Chanora Rajgram Mahulbani

Frequently Asked Questions about Punsa

Where is Punsa located?
Punsa village is situated in Bundwan Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Punsa is Dhadka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punsa?
The pincode of Punsa is 723129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punsa is 717, with 368 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Punsa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punsa village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punsa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punsa is 37.52%. The male literacy rate is 47.28%, while the female literacy rate is 27.22%.