Punya
Punya is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 41.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Falta is the gram panchayat of Punya village.
Punya has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Punya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punya is 334224. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Punya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Punya
Population of Punya
Below is a concise population overview of Punya 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punya village:
- The total population of Punya village is around 2,583, including approximately 1,268 males and 1,315 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 301 children aged 0–6 years in Punya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punya village has 1,325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punya village is about 68.91%, with male literacy at 74.53% and female literacy at 63.50%.
- There are around 629 households in Punya village.
Connectivity of Punya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punya. As per the 2011 stats, Punya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punya
Knowing the nearby villages of Punya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punya
- Where is Punya located?
- Punya village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punya is Falta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punya?
- The pincode of Punya is 743504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punya is 2,583, with 1,268 males and 1,315 females.
- How many households are there in Punya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punya village has a total of 629 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punya is 68.91%. The male literacy rate is 74.53%, while the female literacy rate is 63.50%.