Punjiguma

Punjiguma is a village located in Tikiri tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Tikiri (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Sankarada is the gram panchayat of Punjiguma village.

Punjiguma 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 Punjiguma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punjiguma is 426080. The village spans a total geographical area of 67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765015. Rayagada is nearest town to Punjiguma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Punjiguma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 149 78 71
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 18 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 64 37 27
Illiterate Population 85 41 44

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

  • The total population of Punjiguma village is around 149, including approximately 78 males and 71 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Punjiguma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punjiguma village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punjiguma village is about 42.95%, with male literacy at 47.44% and female literacy at 38.03%.
  • There are around 35 households in Punjiguma village.

Connectivity of Punjiguma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punjiguma. As per the 2011 stats, Punjiguma 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punjiguma

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

Kaliapada Maliguda Haridaspur Anajor Kansariguda Bhamariguda Maharajaguda Sankarada Kutumi Taladhodasi Khadikajor

Frequently Asked Questions about Punjiguma

Where is Punjiguma located?
Punjiguma village is situated in Tikiri Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punjiguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjiguma is Sankarada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punjiguma?
The pincode of Punjiguma is 765015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punjiguma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punjiguma is 149, with 78 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Punjiguma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punjiguma village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjiguma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punjiguma is 42.95%. The male literacy rate is 47.44%, while the female literacy rate is 38.03%.