Pungasur - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Pungasur is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 216 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kuwwakodi serves as the Village Panchayat for Pungasur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungasur is 539736. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.82 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 216 km away.
Pungasur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pungasur
According to the 2011 Census, Pungasur village had a total population of 13 people, including 8 males and 5 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 625 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Pungasur
Pungasur 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 Pungasur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pungasur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gadchiroli to Pungasur is about 216 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungasur 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 Pungasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungasur 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 Pungasur
Where is Pungasur located?
Pungasur village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pungasur?
The Village Panchayat of Pungasur is Kuwwakodi.
What is the pincode of Pungasur?
The pincode of Pungasur is 442710.
What is the population of Pungasur?
Pungasur had a total population of 13, including 8 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Pungasur?
Pungasur had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungasur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungasur was 40.00%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 50.00%.