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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pownur village had a total population of 979 people, including 473 males and 506 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.78%, with male literacy at 63.94% and female literacy at 44.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527.
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 | 979 | 473 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 264 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Pownur?
The Grama Panchayat of Pownur is Pownoor.
What is the pincode of Pownur?
The pincode of Pownur is 504216.
What is the population of Pownur?
Pownur had a total population of 979, including 473 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Pownur?
Pownur had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pownur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pownur was 53.78%. Male literacy was 63.94% and female literacy was 44.54%.