Poigoan
Poigoan is a village located in Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lahunipara (tehsildar office) and 190km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Khuntagaon is the gram panchayat of Poigoan village.
Here you can discover what makes Poigoan unique in its vibrant Lahunipara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Poigoan’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 Poigoan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poigoan is 384927. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770044. Raurkela is nearest town to Poigoan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Poigoan
Population of Poigoan
According to the 2011 Census, Poigoan has a total population of about 560, with approximately 274 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 412. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.93%, with male literacy at about 79.93% and female literacy near 58.39%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poigoan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 274 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 200 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 219 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 55 | 119 |
Connectivity of Poigoan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poigoan. As per the 2011 stats, Poigoan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poigoan
Knowing the nearby villages of Poigoan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poigoan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poigoan
- Where is Poigoan located?
- Poigoan village is situated in Lahunipara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poigoan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poigoan is Khuntagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poigoan?
- The pincode of Poigoan is 770044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poigoan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poigoan is 560, with 274 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Poigoan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poigoan village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poigoan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poigoan is 68.93%. The male literacy rate is 79.93%, while the female literacy rate is 58.39%.