Pundal - Padhar, Mandi
Pundal is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundal is 013096. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.81 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Pundal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pundal
As per Census 2011, Pundal village has a total population of 583 people, consisting of 304 males and 279 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pundal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 583 | 304 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 223 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 81 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Pundal
Pundal 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 Pundal
Pundal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Pundal is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pundal
Where is Pundal located?
Pundal village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pundal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundal is Gawali.
What is the pincode of Pundal?
The pincode of Pundal is 175012.
What is the population of Pundal?
Pundal has a total population of 583, including 304 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Pundal?
There are 126 households in Pundal.
What is the literacy rate in Pundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundal is 66.90%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 59.86%.