Polkamunda
About Polkamunda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Polkamunda village is 424170. Polkamunda village is located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Baner is the gram panchayat of Polkamunda village.
The total geographical area of village is 210 hectares. Polkamunda has a total population of 1,143 peoples, out of which male population is 561 while female population is 582. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1037 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of polkamunda village is 48.64% out of which 58.47% males and 39.18% females are literate. There are about 280 houses in polkamunda village. Pincode of polkamunda village locality is 766018.
When it comes to administration, Polkamunda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Polkamunda village comes under Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Junagarh is nearest town to polkamunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
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Population of Polkamunda
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 561 | 582 |
| Children (0-6) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 175 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 328 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 233 | 354 |
Connectivity of Polkamunda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Polkamunda
Frequently Asked Questions about Polkamunda
Where is Polkamunda located?
Polkamunda village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polkamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Polkamunda is Baner (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Polkamunda?
The pincode of Polkamunda is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Polkamunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Polkamunda is 1,143, with 561 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Polkamunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Polkamunda village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polkamunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Polkamunda is 48.64%. The male literacy rate is 58.47%, while the female literacy rate is 39.18%.