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
According to the 2011 Census, Punnoor village had a total population of 346 people, including 160 males and 186 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.61%, with male literacy at 22.58% and female literacy at 11.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
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 | 346 | 160 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 346, including 160 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Punnoor?
Punnoor had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punnoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnoor was 16.61%. Male literacy was 22.58% and female literacy was 11.56%.