Punajur
Punajur is a village located in Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Holalkere (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Shivapura is the gram panchayat of Punajur village.
Punajur has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga 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 Punajur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punajur is 605735. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577526. Holalkere is nearest town to Punajur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Punajur
Below is a concise population overview of Punajur 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 | 956 | 507 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 76 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 306 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 341 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 166 | 204 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punajur village:
- The total population of Punajur village is around 956, including approximately 507 males and 449 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Punajur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punajur village has 564 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punajur village is about 61.30%, with male literacy at 67.26% and female literacy at 54.57%.
- There are around 204 households in Punajur village.
Connectivity of Punajur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punajur. As per the 2011 stats, Punajur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punajur
Knowing the nearby villages of Punajur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punajur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punajur
- Where is Punajur located?
- Punajur village is situated in Holalkere Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punajur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punajur is Shivapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punajur?
- The pincode of Punajur is 577526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punajur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punajur is 956, with 507 males and 449 females.
- How many households are there in Punajur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punajur village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punajur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punajur is 61.30%. The male literacy rate is 67.26%, while the female literacy rate is 54.57%.