Puinchanda - Niali, Cuttack
Puinchanda is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Raniola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puinchanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puinchanda is 400283. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 754105 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Puinchanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puinchanda
According to the 2011 Census, Puinchanda village had a total population of 744 people, including 380 males and 364 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 744 | 380 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 301 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 79 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Puinchanda
Puinchanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raichandol | South-East | 0.62 km |
| Padatira | West | 0.74 km |
| Silada | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Raniola | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Sagadailo | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Bilasuni | South | 1.91 km |
| Baragudikuda | North | 2.14 km |
| Katikata | East | 2.34 km |
| Balara | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Sanabankihati | South-West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puinchanda
Puinchanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.4 km.
| 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 Cuttack to Puinchanda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Puinchanda is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puinchanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puinchanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puinchanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puinchanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puinchanda
Where is Puinchanda located?
Puinchanda village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puinchanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Puinchanda is Raniola.
What is the pincode of Puinchanda?
The pincode of Puinchanda is 754105.
What is the population of Puinchanda?
Puinchanda had a total population of 744, including 380 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Puinchanda?
Puinchanda had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puinchanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puinchanda was 79.38%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 70.83%.