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.
Here you can discover what makes Puneja unique in its vibrant Thathri-Doda region. You’ll see Puneja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Puneja has a total population of about 1,167, with approximately 607 males and 560 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 782 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.01%, with male literacy at about 68.04% and female literacy near 47.14%. There are around 265 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puneja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.