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.
Here you can discover what makes Punya unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Punya’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Punya has a total population of about 2,583, with approximately 1,268 males and 1,315 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,325 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.91%, with male literacy at about 74.53% and female literacy near 63.50%. There are around 629 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.