Pryungal - Saluni, Chamba
Pryungal is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pryungal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pryungal is 007108. The village covers a total geographical area of 1404.41 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Pryungal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pryungal
As per Census 2011, Pryungal village has a total population of 380 people, consisting of 212 males and 168 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pryungal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 212 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 39 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 219 | 137 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 75 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Pryungal
Pryungal 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 Pryungal
Pryungal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Pryungal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pryungal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pryungal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pryungal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pryungal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pryungal
Where is Pryungal located?
Pryungal village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pryungal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pryungal is Bhandal.
What is the pincode of Pryungal?
The pincode of Pryungal is 176320.
What is the population of Pryungal?
Pryungal has a total population of 380, including 212 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Pryungal?
There are 51 households in Pryungal.
What is the literacy rate in Pryungal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pryungal is 57.63%. Male literacy is 64.62% and female literacy is 48.81%.