Pujarimunda - Malkangiri
Pujarimunda is a village situated in the Malkangiri tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malkangiri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pandripani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujarimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujarimunda is 430203. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pujarimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pujarimunda
As per Census 2011, Pujarimunda village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 113 males and 136 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pujarimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 113 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 77 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Pujarimunda
Pujarimunda 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 Pujarimunda
Pujarimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Malkangiri to Pujarimunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pujarimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujarimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pujarimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujarimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pujarimunda
Where is Pujarimunda located?
Pujarimunda village is located in Malkangiri Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujarimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujarimunda is Pandripani.
What is the pincode of Pujarimunda?
The pincode of Pujarimunda is 764045.
What is the population of Pujarimunda?
Pujarimunda has a total population of 249, including 113 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Pujarimunda?
There are 62 households in Pujarimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Pujarimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujarimunda is 29.32%. Male literacy is 39.82% and female literacy is 20.59%.