Punanga
Punanga is a village located in Jagatsinghapur tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Jagatsinghapur (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Punanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punanga unique in its vibrant Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Punanga’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 Punanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punanga is 397910. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Punanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Punanga
Population of Punanga
According to the 2011 Census, Punanga has a total population of about 2,158, with approximately 1,085 males and 1,073 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 904 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.13%, with male literacy at about 80.09% and female literacy near 76.14%. There are around 537 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,158 | 1,085 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 128 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 435 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,686 | 869 | 817 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 216 | 256 |
Connectivity of Punanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punanga. As per the 2011 stats, Punanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Punanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punanga
- Where is Punanga located?
- Punanga village is situated in Jagatsinghapur Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punanga?
- Punanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punanga?
- The pincode of Punanga is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punanga is 2,158, with 1,085 males and 1,073 females.
- How many households are there in Punanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punanga village has a total of 537 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punanga is 78.13%. The male literacy rate is 80.09%, while the female literacy rate is 76.14%.