Puneja
Puneja is a village 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.
Puneja has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Puneja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puneja is 004276. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Doda is nearest town to Puneja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puneja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puneja
Population of Puneja
Below is a concise population overview of Puneja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,167 | 607 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 782 | 409 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 413 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 194 | 296 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puneja village:
- The total population of Puneja village is around 1,167, including approximately 607 males and 560 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Puneja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puneja village has 782 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puneja village is about 58.01%, with male literacy at 68.04% and female literacy at 47.14%.
- There are around 265 households in Puneja village.
Connectivity of Puneja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puneja. As per the 2011 stats, Puneja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Puneja
Knowing the nearby villages of Puneja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puneja.
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%.