Punnoor - Usur, Bijapur
Punnoor is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Nukanpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punnoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnoor is 450878. The village covers a total geographical area of 1613.94 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Punnoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punnoor
As per Census 2011, Punnoor village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 160 males and 186 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,162 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 340 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punnoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 160 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 157 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 132 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Punnoor
Punnoor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dugaiguda | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Cheramangi | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Murdanda | South | 6.06 km |
| Penkram | West | 6.35 km |
| Dharavaram | North-West | 6.62 km |
| Aawapalli | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Chintakonta | South-West | 7.13 km |
| Cherakdodi | North-West | 8.86 km |
| Nukanpal | North-West | 9.77 km |
| Puskonta | South | 10.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punnoor
Punnoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Punnoor is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punnoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punnoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punnoor
Where is Punnoor located?
Punnoor village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Punnoor is Nukanpal.
What is the pincode of Punnoor?
The pincode of Punnoor is 494447.
What is the population of Punnoor?
Punnoor has a total population of 346, including 160 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Punnoor?
There are 74 households in Punnoor.
What is the literacy rate in Punnoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnoor is 13.01%. Male literacy is 17.50% and female literacy is 9.14%.