Phampuni - Jeypore, Koraput
Phampuni is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Phampuni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phampuni is 429065. The village covers a total geographical area of 901 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Phampuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phampuni
According to the 2011 Census, Phampuni village had a total population of 4,332 people, including 2,156 males and 2,176 females, living in 958 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.69%, with male literacy at 72.51% and female literacy at 55.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 647, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 810.
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 | 4,332 | 2,156 | 2,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 595 | 308 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 317 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 324 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 2,380 | 1,340 | 1,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,952 | 816 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Phampuni
Phampuni 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 Phampuni
Public transport in the Phampuni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Phampuni is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Phampuni is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phampuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phampuni 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phampuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phampuni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phampuni
Where is Phampuni located?
Phampuni village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phampuni?
Phampuni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phampuni?
The pincode of Phampuni is 764002.
What is the population of Phampuni?
Phampuni had a total population of 4,332, including 2,156 males and 2,176 females.
How many households are there in Phampuni?
Phampuni had 958 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phampuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phampuni was 63.69%. Male literacy was 72.51% and female literacy was 55.06%.