Puneja
About Puneja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puneja village is 004276. Puneja village is located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Puneja village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 176.4 hectares. Puneja has a total population of 1,167 peoples, out of which male population is 607 while female population is 560. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 922 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puneja village is 58.01% out of which 68.04% males and 47.14% females are literate. There are about 265 houses in puneja village. Pincode of puneja village locality is 182201.
When it comes to administration, Puneja village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Puneja village comes under Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency. Doda is nearest town to puneja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Puneja
The population details of Puneja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,167 | 607 | 560 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 782 | 409 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 413 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 194 | 296 |
Connectivity of Puneja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puneja
Where is Puneja located?
Puneja village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puneja?
Puneja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puneja?
The pincode of Puneja is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puneja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puneja is 1,167, with 607 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Puneja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puneja village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puneja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puneja is 58.01%. The male literacy rate is 68.04%, while the female literacy rate is 47.14%.