Punganur (Rural) - Punganuru, Annamayya
Punganur (Rural) is a village situated in the Punganuru mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Punganur and around 65 km from Chittoor. Gudisabanda serves as the Grama Panchayat for Punganur (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punganur (Rural) is 596553. The village covers a total geographical area of 1193 hectares and falls under the 517247 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Punganur (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punganur (Rural)
According to the 2011 Census, Punganur (Rural) village had a total population of 2,722 people, including 1,302 males and 1,420 females, living in 636 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.92%, with male literacy at 67.72% and female literacy at 52.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 671, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,302 | 1,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 162 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 331 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 772 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,291 | 530 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Punganur (Rural)
Punganur (Rural) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punganur (Rural)
Punganur (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Punganur to Punganur (Rural) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Punganur (Rural) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punganur (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punganur (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punganur (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punganur (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punganur (Rural)
Where is Punganur (Rural) located?
Punganur (Rural) village is located in Punganuru Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Punganur (Rural)?
The Grama Panchayat of Punganur (Rural) is Gudisabanda.
What is the pincode of Punganur (Rural)?
The pincode of Punganur (Rural) is 517247.
What is the population of Punganur (Rural)?
Punganur (Rural) had a total population of 2,722, including 1,302 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Punganur (Rural)?
Punganur (Rural) had 636 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punganur (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punganur (Rural) was 59.92%. Male literacy was 67.72% and female literacy was 52.80%.