Puje
Puje is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Puje village. As per 2009 stats, Nichar is the gram panchayat of Puje village.
Here you can discover what makes Puje unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Puje’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 Puje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puje is 027137. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172103. Rampur is nearest town to Puje village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puje
Population of Puje
According to the 2011 Census, Puje has a total population of about 608, with approximately 300 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 601. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.88%, with male literacy at about 77.33% and female literacy near 66.56%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puje's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 300 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 299 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 232 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 68 | 103 |
Connectivity of Puje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puje. As per the 2011 stats, Puje had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puje
Knowing the nearby villages of Puje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puje
- Where is Puje located?
- Puje village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puje?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puje is Nichar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puje?
- The pincode of Puje is 172103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puje is 608, with 300 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Puje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puje village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puje is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.33%, while the female literacy rate is 66.56%.