Puncha
Puncha is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 42.2km away from district headquarter Puncha. Puncha is the sub-district headquarter of Puncha village. As per 2009 stats, Puncha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puncha unique in its vibrant Puncha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Puncha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puncha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puncha is 331050. The village spans a total geographical area of 553.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Purulia is nearest town to Puncha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Puncha
Population of Puncha
According to the 2011 Census, Puncha has a total population of about 5,404, with approximately 2,744 males and 2,660 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 573 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 848 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.10%, with male literacy at about 78.94% and female literacy near 60.98%. There are around 1,137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puncha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,404 | 2,744 | 2,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 294 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 848 | 435 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,788 | 2,166 | 1,622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,616 | 578 | 1,038 |
Connectivity of Puncha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puncha. As per the 2011 stats, Puncha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puncha
Knowing the nearby villages of Puncha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puncha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puncha
- Where is Puncha located?
- Puncha village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puncha?
- Puncha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puncha?
- The pincode of Puncha is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puncha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puncha is 5,404, with 2,744 males and 2,660 females.
- How many households are there in Puncha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puncha village has a total of 1,137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puncha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puncha is 70.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.94%, while the female literacy rate is 60.98%.