Pukudajungle - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Pukudajungle is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Mahulpalli and around 113 km from Sambalpur. Salebhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pukudajungle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukudajungle is 381468. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pukudajungle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pukudajungle
According to the 2011 Census, Pukudajungle village had a total population of 26 people, including 16 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 625 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Pukudajungle
Pukudajungle 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 Pukudajungle
Pukudajungle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kochinda to Pukudajungle is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Pukudajungle is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pukudajungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukudajungle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pukudajungle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pukudajungle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pukudajungle
Where is Pukudajungle located?
Pukudajungle village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pukudajungle?
The Gram Panchayat of Pukudajungle is Salebhadi.
What is the pincode of Pukudajungle?
The pincode of Pukudajungle is 768227.
What is the population of Pukudajungle?
Pukudajungle had a total population of 26, including 16 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Pukudajungle?
Pukudajungle had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukudajungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukudajungle was 58.33%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 33.33%.