Punjam - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Punjam is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Pandapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punjam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjam is 423117. The village covers a total geographical area of 942 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Punjam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjam
According to the 2011 Census, Punjam village had a total population of 469 people, including 215 males and 254 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.13%, with male literacy at 42.94% and female literacy at 15.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 376.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punjam
Punjam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punjam
Punjam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Punjam is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punjam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punjam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punjam
Where is Punjam located?
Punjam village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punjam?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjam is Pandapadar.
What is the pincode of Punjam?
The pincode of Punjam is 766027.
What is the population of Punjam?
Punjam had a total population of 469, including 215 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Punjam?
Punjam had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjam was 28.13%. Male literacy was 42.94% and female literacy was 15.82%.