Punchadi
About Punchadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Punchadi village is 330836. Punchadi village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 221.36 hectares. Punchadi has a total population of 1,163 peoples, out of which male population is 601 while female population is 562. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of punchadi village is 63.54% out of which 75.71% males and 50.53% females are literate. There are about 225 houses in punchadi village. Pincode of punchadi village locality is 723101.
When it comes to administration, Punchadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Punchadi village comes under Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to punchadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Punchadi
The population details of Punchadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,163 | 601 | 562 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 145 | 66 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 387 | 203 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 739 | 455 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 146 | 278 |
Connectivity of Punchadi
| 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 |
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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%.