Punganur
Punganur is a village located in Punganur mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Punganur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Gudisabanda is the gram panchayat of Punganur village.
Punganur has its own place in the vibrant Chittoor region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Punganur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punganur is 596553. The village spans a total geographical area of 1193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517247. Punganur is nearest town to Punganur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Punganur
Population of Punganur
Below is a concise population overview of Punganur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punganur village:
- The total population of Punganur village is around 2,722, including approximately 1,302 males and 1,420 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 334 children aged 0–6 years in Punganur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punganur village has 671 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punganur village is about 52.57%, with male literacy at 59.29% and female literacy at 46.41%.
- There are around 636 households in Punganur village.
Connectivity of Punganur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punganur. As per the 2011 stats, Punganur 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 Punganur
Knowing the nearby villages of Punganur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punganur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punganur
- Where is Punganur located?
- Punganur village is situated in Punganur Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punganur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punganur is Gudisabanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punganur?
- The pincode of Punganur is 517247, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punganur is 2,722, with 1,302 males and 1,420 females.
- How many households are there in Punganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punganur village has a total of 636 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punganur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punganur is 52.57%. The male literacy rate is 59.29%, while the female literacy rate is 46.41%.