Punjgrain - Bhalla, Doda
Punjgrain is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Baderwah and around 25 km from Doda. Panjgraien serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punjgrain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punjgrain is 004431. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.3 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Punjgrain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punjgrain
According to the 2011 Census, Punjgrain village had a total population of 1,352 people, including 703 males and 649 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.31%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 56.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,352 | 703 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 188 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 521 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 182 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Punjgrain
Punjgrain 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 Punjgrain
Public transport in the Punjgrain is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Punjgrain is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Punjgrain is about 25 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 Punjgrain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punjgrain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punjgrain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punjgrain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punjgrain
Where is Punjgrain located?
Punjgrain village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punjgrain?
The Gram Panchayat of Punjgrain is Panjgraien.
What is the pincode of Punjgrain?
The pincode of Punjgrain is 182221.
What is the population of Punjgrain?
Punjgrain had a total population of 1,352, including 703 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Punjgrain?
Punjgrain had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punjgrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punjgrain was 72.31%. Male literacy was 87.27% and female literacy was 56.02%.