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.
Puncha 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Puncha 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puncha village:
- The total population of Puncha village is around 5,404, including approximately 2,744 males and 2,660 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 573 children aged 0–6 years in Puncha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puncha village has 848 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puncha village is about 70.10%, with male literacy at 78.94% and female literacy at 60.98%.
- There are around 1,137 households in Puncha village.
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%.