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
As per Census 2011, Puneja village has a total population of 1,167 people, consisting of 607 males and 560 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 782 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puneja are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,167, including 607 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Puneja?
There are 265 households in Puneja.
What is the literacy rate in Puneja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puneja is 58.01%. Male literacy is 68.04% and female literacy is 47.14%.