Punnar - Nohra, Sirmaur
Punnar is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Punnerdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnar is 022675. The village covers a total geographical area of 809.65 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Punnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punnar
According to the 2011 Census, Punnar village had a total population of 697 people, including 366 males and 331 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.76%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 71.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449.
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 | 697 | 366 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 240 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 270 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 96 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Punnar
Punnar 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 Punnar
Punnar 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Punnar is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punnar
Where is Punnar located?
Punnar village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punnar is Punnerdhar.
What is the pincode of Punnar?
The pincode of Punnar is 173104.
What is the population of Punnar?
Punnar had a total population of 697, including 366 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Punnar?
Punnar had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnar was 79.76%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 71.99%.