Puldinni - Sindhnur, Raichur
Puldinni is a village situated in the Sindhnur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sindhnur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Ragalaparvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puldinni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puldinni is 601167. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.68 hectares and falls under the 584143 pincode. Sindhnur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Puldinni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindhanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puldinni
As per Census 2011, Puldinni village has a total population of 1,799 people, consisting of 896 males and 903 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 1,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 990 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puldinni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 896 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 136 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 990 | 492 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 456 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 440 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Puldinni
Puldinni is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puldinni
Puldinni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sindhnur to Puldinni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Puldinni is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puldinni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puldinni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puldinni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puldinni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puldinni
Where is Puldinni located?
Puldinni village is located in Sindhnur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puldinni?
The Gram Panchayat of Puldinni is Ragalaparvi.
What is the pincode of Puldinni?
The pincode of Puldinni is 584143.
What is the population of Puldinni?
Puldinni has a total population of 1,799, including 896 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Puldinni?
There are 333 households in Puldinni.
What is the literacy rate in Puldinni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puldinni is 40.02%. Male literacy is 50.89% and female literacy is 29.24%.