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
As per Census 2011, Pong Dam village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 68 males and 51 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pong Dam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 119, including 68 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Pong Dam?
There are 24 households in Pong Dam.
What is the literacy rate in Pong Dam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pong Dam is 68.91%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 66.67%.