Punaguda - Gadiguda, Adilabad
Punaguda is a village situated in the Gadiguda mandal of Adilabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 18 km from Narnoor and around 53 km from Adilabad. Dhaba K serves as the Grama Panchayat for Punaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punaguda is 569222. The village covers a total geographical area of 478 hectares and falls under the 504311 pincode. Adilabad is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Punaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Punaguda village had a total population of 296 people, including 158 males and 138 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.36%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 105 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 53 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Punaguda
Punaguda 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 Punaguda
Punaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adilabad to Punaguda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punaguda
Where is Punaguda located?
Punaguda village is located in Gadiguda Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Punaguda?
The Grama Panchayat of Punaguda is Dhaba K.
What is the pincode of Punaguda?
The pincode of Punaguda is 504311.
What is the population of Punaguda?
Punaguda had a total population of 296, including 158 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Punaguda?
Punaguda had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punaguda was 59.36%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 47.37%.