Puligunta

Puligunta is a village located in Krishnagiri taluka of Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from Krishnagiri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Puligunta village. As per 2009 stats, Thogarapalli is the gram panchayat of Puligunta village.

Here you can discover what makes Puligunta unique in its vibrant Krishnagiri region. You’ll see Puligunta’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 Puligunta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puligunta is 643964. The village spans a total geographical area of 2321.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635203. Bargur is nearest town to Puligunta village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Puligunta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bargur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Puligunta

According to the 2011 Census, Puligunta has a total population of about 8,365, with approximately 4,212 males and 4,153 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 894 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.86%, with male literacy at about 70.70% and female literacy near 56.92%. There are around 2,033 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puligunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,365 4,212 4,153
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 894 466 428
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,312 650 662
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 31 15 16
Literate Population 5,342 2,978 2,364
Illiterate Population 3,023 1,234 1,789

Connectivity of Puligunta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puligunta. As per the 2011 stats, Puligunta 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 Puligunta

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Puligunta

Where is Puligunta located?
Puligunta village is situated in Krishnagiri Taluka, within the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puligunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Puligunta is Thogarapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puligunta?
The pincode of Puligunta is 635203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puligunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puligunta is 8,365, with 4,212 males and 4,153 females.
How many households are there in Puligunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puligunta village has a total of 2,033 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puligunta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puligunta is 63.86%. The male literacy rate is 70.70%, while the female literacy rate is 56.92%.