Puneja - Chiralla, Doda
Puneja is a village situated in the Chiralla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Thathri and around 27 km from Doda. Puneja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puneja is 004276. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.4 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Puneja 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 Puneja
According to the 2011 Census, Puneja village had a total population of 1,167 people, including 607 males and 560 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 56.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 782, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,167 | 607 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 782 | 409 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 413 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 194 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Puneja
Puneja 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 Puneja
Puneja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Puneja is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puneja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puneja 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 Puneja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puneja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puneja
Where is Puneja located?
Puneja village is located in Chiralla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puneja?
Puneja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puneja?
The pincode of Puneja is 182201.
What is the population of Puneja?
Puneja had a total population of 1,167, including 607 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Puneja?
Puneja had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puneja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puneja was 69.44%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 56.29%.