Punanda

Punanda is a village located in Seragad tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Seragad (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gothagam is the gram panchayat of Punanda village.

Punanda has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Punanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punanda is 412541. The village spans a total geographical area of 239 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761146. Hinjilicut is nearest town to Punanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Punanda

Below is a concise population overview of Punanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,233 1,165 1,068
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 114 120
Scheduled Castes (SC) 659 349 310
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,388 839 549
Illiterate Population 845 326 519

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punanda village:

  • The total population of Punanda village is around 2,233, including approximately 1,165 males and 1,068 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Punanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punanda village has 659 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punanda village is about 62.16%, with male literacy at 72.02% and female literacy at 51.40%.
  • There are around 437 households in Punanda village.

Connectivity of Punanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punanda. As per the 2011 stats, Punanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Punanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punanda.

Dengapadar Gobindapur Marudijaganathpur Shyamasundarpur Subarnadeipur Gothagam Kanabhaga Baliarsingipur Khaspa Kurula Bodalundi

Frequently Asked Questions about Punanda

Where is Punanda located?
Punanda village is situated in Seragad Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Punanda is Gothagam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punanda?
The pincode of Punanda is 761146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punanda is 2,233, with 1,165 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Punanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punanda village has a total of 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punanda is 62.16%. The male literacy rate is 72.02%, while the female literacy rate is 51.40%.