Pungaon
Pungaon is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Masbaras is the gram panchayat of Pungaon village.
Pungaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Pungaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungaon is 448025. The village spans a total geographical area of 382.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495335. Antagarh is nearest town to Pungaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pungaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Pungaon
Below is a concise population overview of Pungaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 99 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 64 | 98 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pungaon village:
- The total population of Pungaon village is around 326, including approximately 163 males and 163 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Pungaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pungaon village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 311 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pungaon village is about 50.31%, with male literacy at 60.74% and female literacy at 39.88%.
- There are around 71 households in Pungaon village.
Connectivity of Pungaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungaon. As per the 2011 stats, Pungaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pungaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungaon
- Where is Pungaon located?
- Pungaon village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pungaon is Masbaras (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pungaon?
- The pincode of Pungaon is 495335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungaon is 326, with 163 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungaon village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungaon is 50.31%. The male literacy rate is 60.74%, while the female literacy rate is 39.88%.