Punajanur
Punajanur is a village located in Chamarajanagar taluka of Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from Chamarajanagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Punajanur village. As per 2009 stats, Punajanuru is the gram panchayat of Punajanur village.
Punajanur has its own place in the vibrant Chamarajanagar 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 Punajanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punajanur is 619783. The village spans a total geographical area of 439.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571127. Chamarajanagar is nearest town to Punajanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Punajanur
Below is a concise population overview of Punajanur 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 | 1,236 | 614 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 144 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 381 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 233 | 337 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punajanur village:
- The total population of Punajanur village is around 1,236, including approximately 614 males and 622 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Punajanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punajanur village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 286 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punajanur village is about 53.88%, with male literacy at 62.05% and female literacy at 45.82%.
- There are around 334 households in Punajanur village.
Connectivity of Punajanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punajanur. As per the 2011 stats, Punajanur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punajanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Punajanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punajanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punajanur
- Where is Punajanur located?
- Punajanur village is situated in Chamarajanagar Taluka, within the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punajanur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punajanur is Punajanuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punajanur?
- The pincode of Punajanur is 571127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punajanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punajanur is 1,236, with 614 males and 622 females.
- How many households are there in Punajanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punajanur village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punajanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punajanur is 53.88%. The male literacy rate is 62.05%, while the female literacy rate is 45.82%.