Purunaguda
Purunaguda is a village located in Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mathili (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Pangam is the gram panchayat of Purunaguda village.
Purunaguda has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Purunaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purunaguda is 430452. The village spans a total geographical area of 427 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764044. Malkangiri is nearest town to Purunaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Purunaguda
Below is a concise population overview of Purunaguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 379 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 764 | 368 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 115 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 264 | 354 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purunaguda village:
- The total population of Purunaguda village is around 784, including approximately 379 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Purunaguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purunaguda village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 764 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purunaguda village is about 21.17%, with male literacy at 30.34% and female literacy at 12.59%.
- There are around 175 households in Purunaguda village.
Connectivity of Purunaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purunaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Purunaguda 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purunaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Purunaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purunaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purunaguda
- Where is Purunaguda located?
- Purunaguda village is situated in Mathili Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purunaguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purunaguda is Pangam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purunaguda?
- The pincode of Purunaguda is 764044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purunaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunaguda is 784, with 379 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Purunaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purunaguda village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purunaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunaguda is 21.17%. The male literacy rate is 30.34%, while the female literacy rate is 12.59%.