Punajur State Forest - Chamarajanagar
Punajur State Forest is a village situated in the Chamarajanagar taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from Chamarajanagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Punajanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punajur State Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punajur State Forest is 619781. The village covers a total geographical area of 25562.45 hectares and falls under the 571127 pincode. Chamarajanagar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Punajur State Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamarajanagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Punajur State Forest
As per Census 2011, Punajur State Forest village has a total population of 4,705 people, consisting of 2,360 males and 2,345 females. The village has 1,227 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,459 literate and 2,246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,994 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,098 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punajur State Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,705 | 2,360 | 2,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 307 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,994 | 1,023 | 971 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,098 | 1,029 | 1,069 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,410 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,246 | 950 | 1,296 |
Nearby Villages of Punajur State Forest
Punajur State Forest is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Punajanur | South | 6.37 km |
| Haradanahalli District Forest | North-West | 8.44 km |
| Honnegowdanahalli | South-West | 9.13 km |
| Malledevanahalli | North-West | 9.61 km |
| Hondarabalu | North-West | 9.96 km |
| Haradanahalli District Forest Ii | West | 10.42 km |
| Karadihalla | North-West | 10.46 km |
| Ayyanapura | North-West | 10.51 km |
| Attagulipura | West | 10.96 km |
| Puttanapura | North-West | 11.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punajur State Forest
The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamarajanagar to Punajur State Forest is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Punajur State Forest
Where is Punajur State Forest located?
Punajur State Forest village is located in Chamarajanagar Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punajur State Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Punajur State Forest is Punajanuru.
What is the pincode of Punajur State Forest?
The pincode of Punajur State Forest is 571127.
What is the population of Punajur State Forest?
Punajur State Forest has a total population of 4,705, including 2,360 males and 2,345 females.
How many households are there in Punajur State Forest?
There are 1,227 households in Punajur State Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Punajur State Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punajur State Forest is 52.26%. Male literacy is 59.75% and female literacy is 44.73%.