Punnoor
Punnoor is a village located in Usur tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Usur (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Nukanpal is the gram panchayat of Punnoor village.
Here you can discover what makes Punnoor unique in its vibrant Usur-Bijapur region. You’ll see Punnoor’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 Punnoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punnoor is 450878. The village spans a total geographical area of 1613.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494447. Bijapur is nearest town to Punnoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Punnoor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punnoor
Population of Punnoor
According to the 2011 Census, Punnoor has a total population of about 346, with approximately 160 males and 186 females. The sex ratio is around 1162 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 340. The overall literacy rate is approximately 13.01%, with male literacy at about 17.50% and female literacy near 9.14%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punnoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 160 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 157 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 132 | 169 |
Connectivity of Punnoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punnoor. As per the 2011 stats, Punnoor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punnoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Punnoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punnoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punnoor
- Where is Punnoor located?
- Punnoor village is situated in Usur Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punnoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punnoor is Nukanpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punnoor?
- The pincode of Punnoor is 494447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punnoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punnoor is 346, with 160 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Punnoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punnoor village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punnoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punnoor is 13.01%. The male literacy rate is 17.50%, while the female literacy rate is 9.14%.