Puintala
Puintala is a village located in Balangir tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from Balangir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Puintala village. As per 2009 stats, Puintala village is also a gram panchayat.
Puintala has its own place in the vibrant Balangir 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 Puintala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puintala is 420175. The village spans a total geographical area of 429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767002. Balangir is nearest town to Puintala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Puintala
Population of Puintala
Below is a concise population overview of Puintala 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 | 2,838 | 1,436 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,221 | 596 | 625 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 119 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,856 | 1,053 | 803 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 383 | 599 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puintala village:
- The total population of Puintala village is around 2,838, including approximately 1,436 males and 1,402 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 310 children aged 0–6 years in Puintala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puintala village has 1,221 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 231 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puintala village is about 65.40%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 57.28%.
- There are around 687 households in Puintala village.
Connectivity of Puintala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puintala. As per the 2011 stats, Puintala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Puintala
Knowing the nearby villages of Puintala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puintala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puintala
- Where is Puintala located?
- Puintala village is situated in Balangir Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puintala?
- Puintala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puintala?
- The pincode of Puintala is 767002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puintala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puintala is 2,838, with 1,436 males and 1,402 females.
- How many households are there in Puintala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puintala village has a total of 687 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puintala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puintala is 65.40%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 57.28%.