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
According to the 2011 Census, Pryungal village had a total population of 380 people, including 212 males and 168 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 79.19% and female literacy at 56.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 380 | 212 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 39 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 380, including 212 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Pryungal?
Pryungal had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pryungal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pryungal was 68.65%. Male literacy was 79.19% and female literacy was 56.16%.