Punpalli - Dornapal, Sukma
Punpalli is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from Konta and around 131 km from Dantewada. Punpalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punpalli is 450364. The village covers a total geographical area of 1581.47 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Punpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Punpalli village had a total population of 712 people, including 322 males and 390 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.50%, with male literacy at 21.69% and female literacy at 14.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 705.
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 | 712 | 322 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 318 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 263 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Punpalli
Punpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondpalli | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Pinabheji | North | 4.83 km |
| Mundpalli | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Bardelpad (tongguda) | West | 5.19 km |
| Dewarpalli | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Gorgunda | South | 5.48 km |
| Polampalli | South-West | 6.58 km |
| Misma | North-East | 7.78 km |
| Upampalli | North-West | 8.41 km |
| Nagalgunda | South | 8.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punpalli
Public transport in the Punpalli 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 89.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Punpalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Punpalli is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punpalli 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 Punpalli
Where is Punpalli located?
Punpalli village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punpalli?
Punpalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punpalli?
The pincode of Punpalli is 494122.
What is the population of Punpalli?
Punpalli had a total population of 712, including 322 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Punpalli?
Punpalli had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punpalli was 17.50%. Male literacy was 21.69% and female literacy was 14.20%.