Pujiguda
Pujiguda is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gaiagaon is the gram panchayat of Pujiguda village.
Pujiguda 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 Pujiguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pujiguda is 423570. The village spans a total geographical area of 310 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Pujiguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pujiguda 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 Bhawanipatna 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 Pujiguda
Below is a concise population overview of Pujiguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 375 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 284 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 117 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 258 | 303 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pujiguda village:
- The total population of Pujiguda village is around 757, including approximately 375 males and 382 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Pujiguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pujiguda village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 576 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pujiguda village is about 25.89%, with male literacy at 31.20% and female literacy at 20.68%.
- There are around 205 households in Pujiguda village.
Connectivity of Pujiguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pujiguda. As per the 2011 stats, Pujiguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pujiguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Pujiguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pujiguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pujiguda
- Where is Pujiguda located?
- Pujiguda village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pujiguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pujiguda is Gaiagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pujiguda?
- The pincode of Pujiguda is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pujiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pujiguda is 757, with 375 males and 382 females.
- How many households are there in Pujiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pujiguda village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pujiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pujiguda is 25.89%. The male literacy rate is 31.20%, while the female literacy rate is 20.68%.