Pujhariguda

Pujhariguda is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Badapujariguda is the gram panchayat of Pujhariguda village.

Pujhariguda 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 Pujhariguda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pujhariguda is 424148. The village spans a total geographical area of 506 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Pujhariguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pujhariguda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pujhariguda

Below is a concise population overview of Pujhariguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,715 822 893
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 240 112 128
Scheduled Castes (SC) 277 134 143
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 614 315 299
Literate Population 760 465 295
Illiterate Population 955 357 598

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pujhariguda village:

  • The total population of Pujhariguda village is around 1,715, including approximately 822 males and 893 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Pujhariguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pujhariguda village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 614 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pujhariguda village is about 44.31%, with male literacy at 56.57% and female literacy at 33.03%.
  • There are around 456 households in Pujhariguda village.

Connectivity of Pujhariguda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pujhariguda. As per the 2011 stats, Pujhariguda 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pujhariguda

Knowing the nearby villages of Pujhariguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pujhariguda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pujhariguda

Where is Pujhariguda located?
Pujhariguda village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujhariguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujhariguda is Badapujariguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pujhariguda?
The pincode of Pujhariguda is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pujhariguda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pujhariguda is 1,715, with 822 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Pujhariguda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pujhariguda village has a total of 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pujhariguda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pujhariguda is 44.31%. The male literacy rate is 56.57%, while the female literacy rate is 33.03%.