Punal
Punal is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 138km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Punal village. As per 2009 stats, Kodal is the gram panchayat of Punal village.
Here you can discover what makes Punal unique in its vibrant Fatehpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Punal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punal is 008874. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176058. Talwara is nearest town to Punal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Punal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punal
Population of Punal
According to the 2011 Census, Punal has a total population of about 125, with approximately 59 males and 66 females. The sex ratio is around 1118 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.40%, with male literacy at about 67.80% and female literacy near 72.73%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Connectivity of Punal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punal. As per the 2011 stats, Punal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punal
Knowing the nearby villages of Punal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punal
- Where is Punal located?
- Punal village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punal is Kodal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punal?
- The pincode of Punal is 176058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punal is 125, with 59 males and 66 females.
- How many households are there in Punal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punal village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punal is 70.40%. The male literacy rate is 67.80%, while the female literacy rate is 72.73%.