Punchadi

Punchadi is a village located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.4km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 21.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Jabarrah is the gram panchayat of Punchadi village.

Punchadi 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 Punchadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punchadi is 330836. The village spans a total geographical area of 221.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Punchadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Punchadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Punchadi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,163 601 562
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 66 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 387 203 184
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 739 455 284
Illiterate Population 424 146 278

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

  • The total population of Punchadi village is around 1,163, including approximately 601 males and 562 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Punchadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punchadi village has 387 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punchadi village is about 63.54%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 50.53%.
  • There are around 225 households in Punchadi village.

Connectivity of Punchadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punchadi. As per the 2011 stats, Punchadi 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punchadi

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

Dumdumi Panchudi Alakdihi Jabrra Gundlubari Gurda Phulberia Shaldiha Kapatkata Lakshanpur Layekdi

Frequently Asked Questions about Punchadi

Where is Punchadi located?
Punchadi village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punchadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Punchadi is Jabarrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punchadi?
The pincode of Punchadi is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punchadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punchadi is 1,163, with 601 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Punchadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punchadi village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punchadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punchadi is 63.54%. The male literacy rate is 75.71%, while the female literacy rate is 50.53%.