Pungarpal - Mardapal, Kondagaon
Pungarpal is a village situated in the Mardapal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Kondagaon and around 115 km from Jagdalpur. Tekapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pungarpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungarpal is 448741. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.84 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pungarpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pungarpal
According to the 2011 Census, Pungarpal village had a total population of 221 people, including 123 males and 98 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.84%, with male literacy at 25.93% and female literacy at 19.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 221 | 123 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 42 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 102 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Pungarpal
Pungarpal 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 Pungarpal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pungarpal.
| 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 Kondagaon to Pungarpal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Pungarpal is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungarpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungarpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pungarpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungarpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pungarpal
Where is Pungarpal located?
Pungarpal village is located in Mardapal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pungarpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pungarpal is Tekapal.
What is the pincode of Pungarpal?
The pincode of Pungarpal is 494226.
What is the population of Pungarpal?
Pungarpal had a total population of 221, including 123 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Pungarpal?
Pungarpal had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungarpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungarpal was 22.84%. Male literacy was 25.93% and female literacy was 19.75%.