Pungaon
About Pungaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pungaon village is 448025. Pungaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 382.64 hectares. Pungaon has a total population of 326 peoples, out of which male population is 163 while female population is 163. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pungaon village is 50.31% out of which 60.74% males and 39.88% females are literate. There are about 71 houses in pungaon village. Pincode of pungaon village locality is 495335.
When it comes to administration, Pungaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pungaon village comes under Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kanker Lok Sabha constituency. Antagarh is nearest town to pungaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Pungaon
The population details of Pungaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 99 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 64 | 98 |
Connectivity of Pungaon
| 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 |
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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%.