Painja
Painja is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.7km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 46.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Rangamati Ranjandih is the gram panchayat of Painja village.
Painja 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 Painja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Painja is 330736. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Painja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Painja
Below is a concise population overview of Painja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 429 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 216 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 203 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 280 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 149 | 260 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Painja village:
- The total population of Painja village is around 830, including approximately 429 males and 401 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Painja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Painja village has 412 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 397 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Painja village is about 50.72%, with male literacy at 65.27% and female literacy at 35.16%.
- There are around 170 households in Painja village.
Connectivity of Painja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Painja. As per the 2011 stats, Painja 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Painja
Knowing the nearby villages of Painja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Painja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Painja
- Where is Painja located?
- Painja village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Painja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Painja is Rangamati Ranjandih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Painja?
- The pincode of Painja is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Painja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Painja is 830, with 429 males and 401 females.
- How many households are there in Painja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Painja village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Painja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Painja is 50.72%. The male literacy rate is 65.27%, while the female literacy rate is 35.16%.