Pownur - Jaipur, Mancherial
Pownur is a village situated in the Jaipur mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 26 km from Jaipur and around 205 km from Adilabad. Pownoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pownur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pownur is 570650. The village covers a total geographical area of 1387 hectares and falls under the 504216 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pownur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pownur
As per Census 2011, Pownur village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 473 males and 506 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pownur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 473 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 264 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 266 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 207 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Pownur
Pownur 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 Pownur
Pownur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mancherial to Pownur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Pownur is about 205 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pownur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pownur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pownur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pownur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pownur
Where is Pownur located?
Pownur village is located in Jaipur Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pownur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pownur is Pownoor.
What is the pincode of Pownur?
The pincode of Pownur is 504216.
What is the population of Pownur?
Pownur has a total population of 979, including 473 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Pownur?
There are 307 households in Pownur.
What is the literacy rate in Pownur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pownur is 48.01%. Male literacy is 56.24% and female literacy is 40.32%.