Pokunda
About Pokunda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pokunda village is 405113. Pokunda village is located in Purunakot tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Purunakot (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Manikjodi is the gram panchayat of Pokunda village.
The total geographical area of village is 189 hectares. Pokunda has a total population of 368 peoples, out of which male population is 192 while female population is 176. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 916 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pokunda village is 53.80% out of which 58.33% males and 48.86% females are literate. There are about 74 houses in pokunda village. Pincode of pokunda village locality is 759132.
When it comes to administration, Pokunda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pokunda village comes under Athmallik Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency. Anugul is nearest town to pokunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Pokunda
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 192 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 112 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 80 | 90 |
Connectivity of Pokunda
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pokunda
Where is Pokunda located?
Pokunda village is situated in Purunakot Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokunda is Manikjodi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokunda?
The pincode of Pokunda is 759132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokunda is 368, with 192 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Pokunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokunda village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokunda is 53.80%. The male literacy rate is 58.33%, while the female literacy rate is 48.86%.