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
As per Census 2011, Punnar village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 366 males and 331 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 366 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 240 | 209 |
| 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 has a total population of 697, including 366 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Punnar?
There are 120 households in Punnar.
What is the literacy rate in Punnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnar is 67.86%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 61.33%.