Pundal

Pundal is a village located in Barsahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Barsahi (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Balabhadrapur is the gram panchayat of Pundal village.

Pundal has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Pundal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pundal is 390670. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757026. Baripada is nearest town to Pundal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pundal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pundal

Below is a concise population overview of Pundal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 461 227 234
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 27 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 300 151 149
Literate Population 250 148 102
Illiterate Population 211 79 132

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pundal village:

  • The total population of Pundal village is around 461, including approximately 227 males and 234 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Pundal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pundal village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 300 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pundal village is about 54.23%, with male literacy at 65.20% and female literacy at 43.59%.
  • There are around 124 households in Pundal village.

Connectivity of Pundal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pundal. As per the 2011 stats, Pundal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pundal

Knowing the nearby villages of Pundal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pundal.

Belpalsamilpurunapani Gajadi Damodarpur Guabehera Bharatchandrapur Dhanpota Chhelia Dhanasahi Barudihi Badasahi Kanjikula Kainsali

Frequently Asked Questions about Pundal

Where is Pundal located?
Pundal village is situated in Barsahi Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pundal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundal is Balabhadrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pundal?
The pincode of Pundal is 757026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pundal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pundal is 461, with 227 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Pundal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pundal village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pundal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pundal is 54.23%. The male literacy rate is 65.20%, while the female literacy rate is 43.59%.