Puninata - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Puninata is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puninata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puninata is 416581. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Puninata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puninata
As per Census 2011, Puninata village has a total population of 341 people, consisting of 163 males and 178 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puninata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 163 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 89 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 89 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 74 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Puninata
Puninata 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 Puninata
Puninata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Puninata is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Puninata is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puninata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puninata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puninata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puninata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puninata
Where is Puninata located?
Puninata village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puninata?
The Gram Panchayat of Puninata is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Puninata?
The pincode of Puninata is 762110.
What is the population of Puninata?
Puninata has a total population of 341, including 163 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Puninata?
There are 76 households in Puninata.
What is the literacy rate in Puninata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puninata is 38.12%. Male literacy is 54.60% and female literacy is 23.03%.