Pungte - Palin Circle, Kra Daadi
Pungte is a village situated in the Palin Circle of Kra Daadi district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Palin and around 105 km from Koloriang. Amji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pungte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungte is 265225. The village falls under the 791118 pincode. Palin is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pungte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pungte
According to the 2011 Census, Pungte village had a total population of 94 people, including 52 males and 42 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.05%, with male literacy at 60.53% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Pungte
Pungte 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 Pungte
Pungte is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palin to Pungte is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koloriang to Pungte is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pungte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pungte
Where is Pungte located?
Pungte village is located in Palin Circle Circle, Kra Daadi district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pungte?
The Gram Panchayat of Pungte is Amji.
What is the pincode of Pungte?
The pincode of Pungte is 791118.
What is the population of Pungte?
Pungte had a total population of 94, including 52 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Pungte?
Pungte had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungte was 54.05%. Male literacy was 60.53% and female literacy was 47.22%.