Punal - Rey, Kangra
Punal is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 138 km from Dharmsala. Kodal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punal is 008874. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.42 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Punal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punal
As per Census 2011, Punal village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 59 males and 66 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Punal
Punal 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 Punal
Public transport in the Punal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Punal is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punal
Where is Punal located?
Punal village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punal?
The Gram Panchayat of Punal is Kodal.
What is the pincode of Punal?
The pincode of Punal is 176058.
What is the population of Punal?
Punal has a total population of 125, including 59 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Punal?
There are 24 households in Punal.
What is the literacy rate in Punal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punal is 70.40%. Male literacy is 67.80% and female literacy is 72.73%.