Podumpukhuri - Donka, West Karbi Anglong
Podumpukhuri is a village situated in the Donka subdivision of West Karbi Anglong district, Assam. It is located approximately 97 km from Donka and around 97 km from Diphu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podumpukhuri is 295623. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 782486 pincode. Donkamukam is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Podumpukhuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Podumpukhuri
As per Census 2011, Podumpukhuri village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 263 males and 272 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 531 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podumpukhuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 263 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 531 | 261 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 153 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 110 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Podumpukhuri
Podumpukhuri 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 Podumpukhuri
Public transport in the Podumpukhuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Donkamukam to Podumpukhuri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Diphu to Podumpukhuri is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podumpukhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podumpukhuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podumpukhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podumpukhuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podumpukhuri
Where is Podumpukhuri located?
Podumpukhuri village is located in Donka Subdivision, West Karbi Anglong district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Podumpukhuri?
The pincode of Podumpukhuri is 782486.
What is the population of Podumpukhuri?
Podumpukhuri has a total population of 535, including 263 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Podumpukhuri?
There are 83 households in Podumpukhuri.
What is the literacy rate in Podumpukhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podumpukhuri is 51.78%. Male literacy is 58.17% and female literacy is 45.59%.