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 Gram 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)
As per Census 2011, Punganur (Rural) village has a total population of 2,722 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,420 females. The village has 636 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 1,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 671 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punganur (Rural) are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Punganur (Rural)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 2,722, including 1,302 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Punganur (Rural)?
There are 636 households in Punganur (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Punganur (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punganur (Rural) is 52.57%. Male literacy is 59.29% and female literacy is 46.41%.