Poonji

Poonji is a village located in Bharatpur tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Janakpur (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Poonji village is also a gram panchayat.

Poonji has its own place in the vibrant Koriya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Poonji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonji is 431206. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497778. Manendragarh is nearest town to Poonji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 130km away.

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Population of Poonji

Below is a concise population overview of Poonji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 640 300 340
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 56 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 552 258 294
Literate Population 329 181 148
Illiterate Population 311 119 192

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poonji village:

  • The total population of Poonji village is around 640, including approximately 300 males and 340 females, with a sex ratio of 1133 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Poonji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poonji village has 552 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Poonji village is about 51.41%, with male literacy at 60.33% and female literacy at 43.53%.
  • There are around 187 households in Poonji village.

Connectivity of Poonji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonji. As per the 2011 stats, Poonji 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Poonji

Knowing the nearby villages of Poonji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonji.

Chidaula Chhirhatola Bhuskatola Udaki Jawaritola Markhohi Padauli Janua Deogarh Ghordhara Charkhar

Frequently Asked Questions about Poonji

Where is Poonji located?
Poonji village is situated in Bharatpur Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poonji?
Poonji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poonji?
The pincode of Poonji is 497778, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poonji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonji is 640, with 300 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Poonji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poonji village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poonji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonji is 51.41%. The male literacy rate is 60.33%, while the female literacy rate is 43.53%.