Puniguda
Puniguda is a village located in Biswanathpur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Biswanathpur (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kankutru is the gram panchayat of Puniguda village.
Puniguda has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Puniguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puniguda is 423177. The village spans a total geographical area of 117 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766020. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Puniguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
Google Map of Puniguda
Population of Puniguda
Below is a concise population overview of Puniguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 95 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 69 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 47 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 48 | 93 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puniguda village:
- The total population of Puniguda village is around 212, including approximately 95 males and 117 females, with a sex ratio of 1231 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Puniguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puniguda village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 155 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puniguda village is about 33.49%, with male literacy at 49.47% and female literacy at 20.51%.
- There are around 48 households in Puniguda village.
Connectivity of Puniguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puniguda. As per the 2011 stats, Puniguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puniguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Puniguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puniguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puniguda
- Where is Puniguda located?
- Puniguda village is situated in Biswanathpur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puniguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puniguda is Kankutru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puniguda?
- The pincode of Puniguda is 766020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puniguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puniguda is 212, with 95 males and 117 females.
- How many households are there in Puniguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puniguda village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puniguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puniguda is 33.49%. The male literacy rate is 49.47%, while the female literacy rate is 20.51%.