Puinjali
Puinjali is a village located in Gosaba subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gosaba (tehsildar office) and 90.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Amtali is the gram panchayat of Puinjali village.
Here you can discover what makes Puinjali unique in its vibrant Gosaba-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Puinjali’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 Puinjali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puinjali is 335124. The village spans a total geographical area of 673.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743378. Canning is nearest town to Puinjali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 103km away.
Google Map of Puinjali
Population of Puinjali
According to the 2011 Census, Puinjali has a total population of about 5,455, with approximately 2,830 males and 2,625 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 633 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,177 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 545. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.61%, with male literacy at about 77.31% and female literacy near 61.30%. There are around 1,323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puinjali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Puinjali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puinjali. As per the 2011 stats, Puinjali 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 Puinjali
Knowing the nearby villages of Puinjali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puinjali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puinjali
- Where is Puinjali located?
- Puinjali village is situated in Gosaba Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puinjali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puinjali is Amtali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puinjali?
- The pincode of Puinjali is 743378, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puinjali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puinjali is 5,455, with 2,830 males and 2,625 females.
- How many households are there in Puinjali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puinjali village has a total of 1,323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puinjali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puinjali is 69.61%. The male literacy rate is 77.31%, while the female literacy rate is 61.30%.