Pungar
Pungar is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Kunduli is the gram panchayat of Pungar village.
Here you can discover what makes Pungar unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Pungar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pungar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungar is 430012. The village spans a total geographical area of 658 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764036. Kotpad is nearest town to Pungar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Pungar
Population of Pungar
According to the 2011 Census, Pungar has a total population of about 1,660, with approximately 884 males and 776 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 226 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 73 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,078. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.36%, with male literacy at about 65.16% and female literacy near 44.20%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,660 | 884 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 130 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 582 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 576 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 308 | 433 |
Connectivity of Pungar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungar. As per the 2011 stats, Pungar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pungar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungar
- Where is Pungar located?
- Pungar village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pungar is Kunduli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pungar?
- The pincode of Pungar is 764036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungar is 1,660, with 884 males and 776 females.
- How many households are there in Pungar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungar village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungar is 55.36%. The male literacy rate is 65.16%, while the female literacy rate is 44.20%.