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.
Here you can discover what makes Punganur unique in its vibrant Punganur-Chittoor region. You’ll see Punganur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Punganur has a total population of about 2,722, with approximately 1,302 males and 1,420 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 671 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 53. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.57%, with male literacy at about 59.29% and female literacy near 46.41%. There are around 636 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punganur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.