Punjipathra - Tamnar, Raigarh
Punjipathra is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Samaruma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punjipathra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjipathra is 434777. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.33 hectares and falls under the 496109 pincode. Raigarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Punjipathra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjipathra
According to the 2011 Census, Punjipathra village had a total population of 381 people, including 200 males and 181 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.07%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 59.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 266.
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 | 381 | 200 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 125 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 75 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Punjipathra
Punjipathra 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 Punjipathra
Punjipathra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raigarh to Punjipathra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punjipathra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjipathra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punjipathra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjipathra 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 Punjipathra
Where is Punjipathra located?
Punjipathra village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punjipathra?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjipathra is Samaruma.
What is the pincode of Punjipathra?
The pincode of Punjipathra is 496109.
What is the population of Punjipathra?
Punjipathra had a total population of 381, including 200 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Punjipathra?
Punjipathra had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjipathra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjipathra was 70.07%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 59.86%.