Pundrara - Nerwa, Shimla
Pundrara is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 151 km from Shimla. Pandrada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundrara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundrara is 025695. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Pundrara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pundrara
As per Census 2011, Pundrara village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 72 males and 73 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pundrara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Pundrara
Pundrara 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 Pundrara
Public transport in the Pundrara 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 Pundrara is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundrara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundrara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pundrara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundrara 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 Pundrara
Where is Pundrara located?
Pundrara village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pundrara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundrara is Pandrada.
What is the pincode of Pundrara?
The pincode of Pundrara is 171210.
What is the population of Pundrara?
Pundrara has a total population of 145, including 72 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Pundrara?
There are 25 households in Pundrara.
What is the literacy rate in Pundrara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundrara is 70.34%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 68.49%.