Pouni - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Pouni is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Pouni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pouni is 502178. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.05 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Pouni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pouni
According to the 2011 Census, Pouni village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 560 males and 526 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.53%, with male literacy at 55.75% and female literacy at 37.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 916.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,086 | 560 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 916 | 466 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 257 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 303 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Pouni
Pouni 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 Pouni
Pouni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Pouni is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pouni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pouni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pouni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pouni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pouni
Where is Pouni located?
Pouni village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pouni?
Pouni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pouni?
The pincode of Pouni is 484881.
What is the population of Pouni?
Pouni had a total population of 1,086, including 560 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Pouni?
Pouni had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pouni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pouni was 46.53%. Male literacy was 55.75% and female literacy was 37.00%.