Punto - Pangi, Chamba
Punto is a village situated in the Pangi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Karel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punto is 006700. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.74 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Punto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punto
As per Census 2011, Punto village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 174 males and 159 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 289 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punto are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 174 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 151 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 122 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 52 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Punto
Punto 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 Punto
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punto.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Punto is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punto 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punto
Where is Punto located?
Punto village is located in Pangi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punto?
The Gram Panchayat of Punto is Karel.
What is the pincode of Punto?
The pincode of Punto is 176323.
What is the population of Punto?
Punto has a total population of 333, including 174 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Punto?
There are 69 households in Punto.
What is the literacy rate in Punto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punto is 58.56%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 45.91%.