Punwal - Panchari, Udhampur
Punwal is a village situated in the Panchari tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 46 km from Udhampur and around 46 km from Udhampur. Kultair Bala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punwal is 004814. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.1 hectares and falls under the 182125 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Punwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punwal
According to the 2011 Census, Punwal village had a total population of 204 people, including 107 males and 97 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 67.03% and female literacy at 44.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 61 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 46 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Punwal
Punwal 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 Punwal
Punwal 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Punwal is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punwal 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 Punwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punwal
Where is Punwal located?
Punwal village is located in Panchari Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Punwal is Kultair Bala.
What is the pincode of Punwal?
The pincode of Punwal is 182125.
What is the population of Punwal?
Punwal had a total population of 204, including 107 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Punwal?
Punwal had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punwal was 56.25%. Male literacy was 67.03% and female literacy was 44.71%.