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.
Here you can discover what makes Pungaon unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Pungaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Pungaon
Population of Pungaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pungaon has a total population of about 326, with approximately 163 males and 163 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 311. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.31%, with male literacy at about 60.74% and female literacy near 39.88%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.