Punch
Punch is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Punch district is 1,674 km², which includes 1,649.92 km² of rural area and 24.08 km² of urban area. There are about 170 villages in Punch district.
For administrative convenience, Punch district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 4 tehsils in Punch district. Here is the list of all Punch Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Punch District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haveli | 278 | 1,32,767 |
| 2 | Mandi | 196 | 77,947 |
| 3 | Mendhar | 425 | 1,41,366 |
| 4 | Surankote | 250 | 1,24,755 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mendhar is the largest tehsil in punch district by both area and population. Mandi is the smallest tehsil in punch district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Mendhar | Mendhar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mandi | Mandi |
Population of Punch District
The population of Punch offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Punch, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,76,835 | 4,38,205 | 38,630 |
| Total Male Population | 2,51,899 | 2,29,774 | 22,125 |
| Total Female Population | 2,24,936 | 2,08,431 | 16,505 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84,674 | 80,241 | 4,433 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44,733 | 42,380 | 2,353 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39,941 | 37,861 | 2,080 |
| Literate Population | 2,61,724 | 2,31,541 | 30,183 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,63,333 | 1,44,716 | 18,617 |
| Literate Female Population | 98,391 | 86,825 | 11,566 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,15,111 | 2,06,664 | 8,447 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 88,566 | 85,058 | 3,508 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,26,545 | 1,21,606 | 4,939 |
| Households | 90,261 | 83,045 | 7,216 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Punch district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Punch district is 4,76,835, including 2,51,899 males and 2,24,936 females. In rural areas, it is 4,38,205, including 2,29,774 males and 2,08,431 females. In urban areas, it is 38,630, including 22,125 males and 16,505 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Punch district is 84,674, including 44,733 boys and 39,941 girls. In rural areas, it is 80,241, including 42,380 boys and 37,861 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,433, including 2,353 boys and 2,080 girls.
- Literate population in Punch district is around 2,61,724, including 1,63,333 males and 98,391 females. In rural areas, it is 2,31,541, including 1,44,716 males and 86,825 females. In urban areas, it is 30,183, including 18,617 males and 11,566 females.
- Illiterate population in Punch district is about 2,15,111, including 88,566 males and 1,26,545 females. In rural areas, it is 2,06,664, including 85,058 males and 1,21,606 females. In urban areas, it is 8,447, including 3,508 males and 4,939 females.
- There are about 90,261 households in Punch district, including 83,045 in rural areas and 7,216 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Punch. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 556 | 278 | 278 |
| SC Male Population | 406 | 248 | 158 |
| SC Female Population | 150 | 30 | 120 |
| Total ST Population | 1,76,101 | 1,71,011 | 5,090 |
| ST Male Population | 90,274 | 87,542 | 2,732 |
| ST Female Population | 85,827 | 83,469 | 2,358 |
| Population Density | 285 / km² | 266 / km² | 1,604 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Punch district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Punch district is approximately 556, including 406 males and 150 females. In rural areas, it is 278, including 248 males and 30 females. In urban areas, it is 278, including 158 males and 120 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Punch district is about 1,76,101, including 90,274 males and 85,827 females. In rural areas, it is 1,71,011, including 87,542 males and 83,469 females. In urban areas, it is 5,090, including 2,732 males and 2,358 females.
- Overall population density of Punch district is around 285 people per km². Rural areas have about 266 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,604 people per km².