Puncha community development block

The Puncha community development block is an administrative area in Manbazar subdivision encompassing nearly 100 villages spread across the landscape. It includes primary and secondary schools along with healthcare facilities serving the residents.

The area developed as part of the traditional settlement patterns across the region. Its current administrative framework was established during modern governance restructuring.

The communities speak Bengali as the primary language, with Santali and Kurmali also heard in daily interactions. This linguistic mix shapes the social fabric of the area.

The area has electricity and water supply reaching most villages across the block. Schools and medical facilities are distributed throughout to serve the scattered population.

Farming forms the backbone of the local economy, with most workers engaged in agricultural occupations in fields and farmland. This rural livelihood shapes the rhythm of daily economic activity.

Location: Manbazar subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 236 m

Shares border with: Manbazar I community development block, Purulia I community development block, Hura community development block, Indpur community development block, Hirbandh community development block

GPS coordinates: 23.12300,86.65300

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:20