Pukesh

Pukesh is a village located in Doraguda tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Doraguda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Kucheipadar is the gram panchayat of Pukesh village.

Pukesh has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada 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 Pukesh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pukesh is 426176. The village spans a total geographical area of 108 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765015. Rayagada is nearest town to Pukesh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.

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Population of Pukesh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 217 100 117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 21 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 195 88 107
Literate Population 38 27 11
Illiterate Population 179 73 106

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

  • The total population of Pukesh village is around 217, including approximately 100 males and 117 females, with a sex ratio of 1170 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Pukesh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pukesh village has 195 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pukesh village is about 17.51%, with male literacy at 27.00% and female literacy at 9.40%.
  • There are around 55 households in Pukesh village.

Connectivity of Pukesh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pukesh. As per the 2011 stats, Pukesh 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pukesh

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

Koral Makapadara Doliamba Kampar Kucher Badapadi Laxmipur Gadisesikhal Ambaguda Kotaguda Sankulipadar

Frequently Asked Questions about Pukesh

Where is Pukesh located?
Pukesh village is situated in Doraguda Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukesh?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukesh is Kucheipadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pukesh?
The pincode of Pukesh is 765015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pukesh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pukesh is 217, with 100 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Pukesh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pukesh village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukesh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pukesh is 17.51%. The male literacy rate is 27.00%, while the female literacy rate is 9.40%.