Ponuch Gund - Beerwah, Budgam
Ponuch Gund is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Beerwah and around 11 km from Budgam. Punchgundh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponuch Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponuch Gund is 000465. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.7 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ponuch Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponuch Gund
As per Census 2011, Ponuch Gund village has a total population of 816 people, consisting of 434 males and 382 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 566 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponuch Gund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 434 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 137 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 173 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 261 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Ponuch Gund
Ponuch Gund 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 Ponuch Gund
Ponuch Gund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ponuch Gund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Ponuch Gund is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Ponuch Gund is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponuch Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponuch Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ponuch Gund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponuch Gund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ponuch Gund
Where is Ponuch Gund located?
Ponuch Gund village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponuch Gund?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponuch Gund is Punchgundh.
What is the pincode of Ponuch Gund?
The pincode of Ponuch Gund is 193411.
What is the population of Ponuch Gund?
Ponuch Gund has a total population of 816, including 434 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Ponuch Gund?
There are 87 households in Ponuch Gund.
What is the literacy rate in Ponuch Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponuch Gund is 30.64%. Male literacy is 39.86% and female literacy is 20.16%.