Pungwana - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Pungwana is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tarwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pungwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungwana is 019595. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.5 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pungwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pungwana
According to the 2011 Census, Pungwana village had a total population of 154 people, including 82 males and 72 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Pungwana
Pungwana 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 Pungwana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pungwana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Pungwana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Pungwana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungwana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pungwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pungwana
Where is Pungwana located?
Pungwana village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pungwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Pungwana is Tarwar.
What is the pincode of Pungwana?
The pincode of Pungwana is 174310.
What is the population of Pungwana?
Pungwana had a total population of 154, including 82 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Pungwana?
Pungwana had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungwana was 80.88%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 66.67%.