Puapoka
Puapoka is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Paktia is the gram panchayat of Puapoka village.
Here you can discover what makes Puapoka unique in its vibrant Jharpokharia-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Puapoka’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 Puapoka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puapoka is 387829. The village spans a total geographical area of 667 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757093. Baripada is nearest town to Puapoka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.
Google Map of Puapoka
Population of Puapoka
According to the 2011 Census, Puapoka has a total population of about 1,141, with approximately 580 males and 561 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 573. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.89%, with male literacy at about 53.97% and female literacy near 29.41%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puapoka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 580 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 292 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 313 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 267 | 396 |
Connectivity of Puapoka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puapoka. As per the 2011 stats, Puapoka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Puapoka
Knowing the nearby villages of Puapoka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puapoka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puapoka
- Where is Puapoka located?
- Puapoka village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puapoka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puapoka is Paktia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puapoka?
- The pincode of Puapoka is 757093, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puapoka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puapoka is 1,141, with 580 males and 561 females.
- How many households are there in Puapoka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puapoka village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puapoka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puapoka is 41.89%. The male literacy rate is 53.97%, while the female literacy rate is 29.41%.