Poinr - Komna, Nuapada
Poinr is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Poinr village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poinr is 421896. The village covers a total geographical area of 599 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Poinr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poinr
As per Census 2011, Poinr village has a total population of 1,272 people, consisting of 629 males and 643 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,074 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poinr are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,272 | 629 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 536 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 323 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 306 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Poinr
Poinr 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 Poinr
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Poinr.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Poinr is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Poinr is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poinr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poinr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poinr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poinr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Poinr
Where is Poinr located?
Poinr village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poinr?
Poinr is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poinr?
The pincode of Poinr is 766106.
What is the population of Poinr?
Poinr has a total population of 1,272, including 629 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Poinr?
There are 310 households in Poinr.
What is the literacy rate in Poinr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poinr is 40.88%. Male literacy is 51.35% and female literacy is 30.64%.