Pong Dam - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Pong Dam is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Dharmsala. Nagrota Surian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pong Dam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pong Dam is 010199. The village covers a total geographical area of 28003.71 hectares and falls under the 177101 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Pong Dam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pong Dam
According to the 2011 Census, Pong Dam village had a total population of 119 people, including 68 males and 51 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.10%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 72.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
Transport and Connectivity of Pong Dam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pong Dam. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pong Dam.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Pong Dam is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pong Dam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pong Dam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pong Dam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pong Dam 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 Pong Dam
Where is Pong Dam located?
Pong Dam village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pong Dam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pong Dam is Nagrota Surian.
What is the pincode of Pong Dam?
The pincode of Pong Dam is 177101.
What is the population of Pong Dam?
Pong Dam had a total population of 119, including 68 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Pong Dam?
Pong Dam had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pong Dam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pong Dam was 78.10%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 72.34%.