Punder - Baroh, Kangra
Punder is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Balol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punder is 010002. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.11 hectares and falls under the 176037 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Punder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punder
According to the 2011 Census, Punder village had a total population of 82 people, including 38 males and 44 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.83%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 58.54%.
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 | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 9 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Punder
Punder 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 Punder
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Punder. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Punder.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Punder is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punder 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punder 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 Punder
Where is Punder located?
Punder village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punder?
The Gram Panchayat of Punder is Balol.
What is the pincode of Punder?
The pincode of Punder is 176037.
What is the population of Punder?
Punder had a total population of 82, including 38 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Punder?
Punder had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punder was 68.83%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 58.54%.