Punder - Deha, Shimla
Punder is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Shimla. Pundar Chanout serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punder is 025356. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Punder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punder
According to the 2011 Census, Punder village had a total population of 327 people, including 163 males and 164 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.79%, with male literacy at 90.28% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 163 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 130 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 33 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Punder
Punder 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 Punder
Public transport in the Punder 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 Shimla to Punder is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punder village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punder
Where is Punder located?
Punder village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punder?
The Gram Panchayat of Punder is Pundar Chanout.
What is the pincode of Punder?
The pincode of Punder is 171220.
What is the population of Punder?
Punder had a total population of 327, including 163 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Punder?
Punder had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punder was 79.79%. Male literacy was 90.28% and female literacy was 69.23%.