Pundaga - Ramkanda, Garhwa
Pundaga is a village situated in the Ramkanda subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramkanda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundaga is 347926. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode. Ranka is the nearest town.
Pundaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pundaga
According to the 2011 Census, Pundaga village had a total population of 830 people, including 426 males and 404 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.17%, with male literacy at 54.40% and female literacy at 32.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250, 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 | 830 | 426 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 198 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 228 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Pundaga
Pundaga 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 Pundaga
Pundaga 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 >10 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 Garhwa to Pundaga is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pundaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pundaga
Where is Pundaga located?
Pundaga village is located in Ramkanda Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pundaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundaga is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Pundaga?
The pincode of Pundaga is 822110.
What is the population of Pundaga?
Pundaga had a total population of 830, including 426 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Pundaga?
Pundaga had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pundaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundaga was 44.17%. Male literacy was 54.40% and female literacy was 32.93%.