Puinjali - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Puinjali is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28 km from Gosaba and around 90.2 km from Alipore. Amtali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puinjali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puinjali is 335124. The village covers a total geographical area of 673.51 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Puinjali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puinjali
As per Census 2011, Puinjali village has a total population of 5,455 people, consisting of 2,830 males and 2,625 females. The village has 1,323 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 633 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,797 literate and 1,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puinjali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,455 | 2,830 | 2,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 633 | 329 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,177 | 2,185 | 1,992 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 287 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 3,797 | 2,188 | 1,609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 642 | 1,016 |
Nearby Villages of Puinjali
Puinjali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chimta | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Jogesganj | East | 3.28 km |
| Madhabkati | North | 3.42 km |
| Amtali | West | 3.80 km |
| Hemnagar | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Manipur | North | 5.07 km |
| Patghara | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Joygopalpur | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Chhota Molla Khali | South-West | 5.86 km |
| Parghumti | East | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puinjali
Puinjali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| 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 Canning to Puinjali is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Puinjali is about 90.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puinjali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puinjali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puinjali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puinjali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puinjali
Where is Puinjali located?
Puinjali village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puinjali?
The Gram Panchayat of Puinjali is Amtali.
What is the pincode of Puinjali?
The pincode of Puinjali is 743370.
What is the population of Puinjali?
Puinjali has a total population of 5,455, including 2,830 males and 2,625 females.
How many households are there in Puinjali?
There are 1,323 households in Puinjali.
What is the literacy rate in Puinjali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puinjali is 69.61%. Male literacy is 77.31% and female literacy is 61.30%.