Pungam
About Pungam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pungam village is 522347. Pungam village is located in Anklesvar taluka of Bharuch district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Anklesvar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Bharuch. As per 2009 stats, Pungam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 380.46 hectares. Pungam has a total population of 2,017 peoples, out of which male population is 1,036 while female population is 981. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pungam village is 65.64% out of which 68.53% males and 62.59% females are literate. There are about 448 houses in pungam village. Pincode of pungam village locality is 393020.
When it comes to administration, Pungam 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, Pungam village comes under Ankleshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bharuch Lok Sabha constituency. Anklesvar is nearest town to pungam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Pungam
The population details of Pungam 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 | 2,017 | 1,036 | 981 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 215 | 132 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,247 | 645 | 602 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 710 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 326 | 367 |
Connectivity of Pungam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pungam
Where is Pungam located?
Pungam village is situated in Anklesvar Taluka, within the Bharuch district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pungam?
Pungam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pungam?
The pincode of Pungam is 393020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pungam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungam is 2,017, with 1,036 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Pungam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pungam village has a total of 448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungam is 65.64%. The male literacy rate is 68.53%, while the female literacy rate is 62.59%.