Punjam
About Punjam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Punjam village is 423117. Punjam village is located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Pandapadar is the gram panchayat of Punjam village.
The total geographical area of village is 942 hectares. Punjam has a total population of 469 peoples, out of which male population is 215 while female population is 254. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1181 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of punjam village is 21.54% out of which 32.56% males and 12.20% females are literate. There are about 119 houses in punjam village. Pincode of punjam village locality is 766027.
Bhawanipatna is nearest town to punjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
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Population of Punjam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 215 | 254 |
| Children (0-6) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 175 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 70 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 145 | 223 |
Connectivity of Punjam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Punjam
Where is Punjam located?
Punjam village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punjam?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjam is Pandapadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punjam?
The pincode of Punjam is 766027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punjam is 469, with 215 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Punjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punjam village has a total of 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punjam is 21.54%. The male literacy rate is 32.56%, while the female literacy rate is 12.20%.