Pungrish - Kotkhai, Shimla
Pungrish is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pandli (kotkhai) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pungrish village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungrish is 026328. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Pungrish village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pungrish
As per Census 2011, Pungrish village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 94 males and 91 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pungrish are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 16 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Pungrish
Pungrish 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 Pungrish
Public transport in the Pungrish is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Pungrish is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungrish
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungrish village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pungrish
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungrish village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pungrish
Where is Pungrish located?
Pungrish village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pungrish?
The Gram Panchayat of Pungrish is Pandli (kotkhai).
What is the pincode of Pungrish?
The pincode of Pungrish is 171202.
What is the population of Pungrish?
Pungrish has a total population of 185, including 94 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Pungrish?
There are 40 households in Pungrish.
What is the literacy rate in Pungrish?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungrish is 79.46%. Male literacy is 82.98% and female literacy is 75.82%.