Punura
Punura is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 34.1km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 23.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Panipathar is the gram panchayat of Punura village.
Here you can discover what makes Punura unique in its vibrant Puncha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Punura’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 Punura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punura is 331129. The village spans a total geographical area of 624 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Puruliya is nearest town to Punura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Punura
Population of Punura
According to the 2011 Census, Punura has a total population of about 1,968, with approximately 986 males and 982 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 168 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 561. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.16%, with male literacy at about 71.81% and female literacy near 42.46%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,968 | 986 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 275 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 708 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 278 | 565 |
Connectivity of Punura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punura. As per the 2011 stats, Punura 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 Punura
Knowing the nearby villages of Punura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punura
- Where is Punura located?
- Punura village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punura is Panipathar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punura?
- The pincode of Punura is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punura is 1,968, with 986 males and 982 females.
- How many households are there in Punura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punura village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punura is 57.16%. The male literacy rate is 71.81%, while the female literacy rate is 42.46%.