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.
Here you can discover what makes Punanda unique in its vibrant Seragad-Ganjam region. You’ll see Punanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Punanda
Population of Punanda
According to the 2011 Census, Punanda has a total population of about 2,233, with approximately 1,165 males and 1,068 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 234 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 659 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.16%, with male literacy at about 72.02% and female literacy near 51.40%. There are around 437 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.