Punjisil - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Punjisil is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Burja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punjisil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjisil is 428528. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Punjisil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjisil
According to the 2011 Census, Punjisil village had a total population of 39 people, including 18 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.11%, with male literacy at 17.65% and female literacy at 5.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Punjisil
Punjisil is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barasanka(badasankha) | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Nisar | South | 1.67 km |
| Marbaiguda | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Kotrakana | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Kanimusha | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Ambaguda | South | 2.86 km |
| Doliamba | South | 2.89 km |
| Uperkaipadar Alias Narasikaipadar) | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Raulipadar | West | 3.40 km |
| Lakshmipur | South | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punjisil
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punjisil. The nearest railway station is Laxmipur Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Punjisil is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Punjisil is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punjisil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjisil 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punjisil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjisil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punjisil
Where is Punjisil located?
Punjisil village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punjisil?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjisil is Burja.
What is the pincode of Punjisil?
The pincode of Punjisil is 765013.
What is the population of Punjisil?
Punjisil had a total population of 39, including 18 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Punjisil?
Punjisil had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjisil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjisil was 11.11%. Male literacy was 17.65% and female literacy was 5.26%.