Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) - Phuloni, Karbi Anglong
Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) is a village situated in the Phuloni subdivision of Karbi Anglong district, Assam. It is located approximately 20540 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phuloni and around 205 km from the district headquarters in Diphu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) is 297500. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 782470 pincode. Nogaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Population of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)
According to the 2011 Census, Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) village had a total population of 568 people, including 296 males and 272 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.09%, with male literacy at 32.07% and female literacy at 25.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 568 | 296 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 295 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 76 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 220 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)
Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) 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 Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)
Public transport in the Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nogaon to Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Diphu to Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) is about 205 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)
Where is Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) located?
Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) village is located in Phuloni Subdivision, Karbi Anglong district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)?
The pincode of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) is 782470.
What is the population of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)?
Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) had a total population of 568, including 296 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)?
Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kania Pungi (Khasia Punji) was 29.09%. Male literacy was 32.07% and female literacy was 25.62%.