Punanga - Jagatsinghapur
Punanga is a village situated in the Jagatsinghapur tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagatsinghapur and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Punanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punanga is 397910. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 754294 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Punanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatsinghpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Punanga
As per Census 2011, Punanga village has a total population of 2,158 people, consisting of 1,085 males and 1,073 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,686 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 904 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punanga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punanga
Punanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalpur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Baulapur | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Begunia | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Chandaganmajurai | North | 1.65 km |
| Jankoti | South | 1.67 km |
| Taratanga | West | 1.74 km |
| Palada | East | 1.95 km |
| Anla | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Palasudha | East | 2.56 km |
| Madhusudanpur Sasan | North-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punanga
Public transport in the Punanga 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 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Punanga is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Punanga
Where is Punanga located?
Punanga village is located in Jagatsinghapur Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punanga?
Punanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punanga?
The pincode of Punanga is 754294.
What is the population of Punanga?
Punanga has a total population of 2,158, including 1,085 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Punanga?
There are 537 households in Punanga.
What is the literacy rate in Punanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punanga is 78.13%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 76.14%.