Ponkhar
About Ponkhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ponkhar village is 016597. Ponkhar village is located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Ponkhar village. As per 2009 stats, Gawal Pather is the gram panchayat of Ponkhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 24.9 hectares. Ponkhar has a total population of 221 peoples, out of which male population is 112 while female population is 109. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 973 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ponkhar village is 77.83% out of which 79.46% males and 76.15% females are literate. There are about 50 houses in ponkhar village. Pincode of ponkhar village locality is 177041.
When it comes to administration, Ponkhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ponkhar village comes under Nadaun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to ponkhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ponkhar
The population details of Ponkhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
Connectivity of Ponkhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ponkhar
Where is Ponkhar located?
Ponkhar village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponkhar is Gawal Pather (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ponkhar?
The pincode of Ponkhar is 177041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponkhar is 221, with 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Ponkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponkhar village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponkhar is 77.83%. The male literacy rate is 79.46%, while the female literacy rate is 76.15%.