Punya - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Punya is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2 km from Falta and around 41.1 km from Alipore. Falta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punya is 334224. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.58 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punya
As per Census 2011, Punya village has a total population of 2,583 people, consisting of 1,268 males and 1,315 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,780 literate and 803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583 | 1,268 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,325 | 650 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,780 | 945 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 323 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Punya
Punya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punya
Punya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Punya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Punya is about 41.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punya
Where is Punya located?
Punya village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punya?
The Gram Panchayat of Punya is Falta.
What is the pincode of Punya?
The pincode of Punya is 743504.
What is the population of Punya?
Punya has a total population of 2,583, including 1,268 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Punya?
There are 629 households in Punya.
What is the literacy rate in Punya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punya is 68.91%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 63.50%.