Punjam
Punjam is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Punjam unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Punjam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punjam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punjam is 423117. The village spans a total geographical area of 942 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766027. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Punjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Punjam
Population of Punjam
According to the 2011 Census, Punjam has a total population of about 469, with approximately 215 males and 254 females. The sex ratio is around 1181 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 376. The overall literacy rate is approximately 21.54%, with male literacy at about 32.56% and female literacy near 12.20%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punjam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 215 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punjam. As per the 2011 stats, Punjam 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 Punjam
Knowing the nearby villages of Punjam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punjam.
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%.