Punglwa - Pedi (Ngwalwa), Peren
Punglwa is a village situated in the Pedi (Ngwalwa) circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedi (ngwalwa) and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punglwa is 268294. The village falls under the 797106 pincode. Peren is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Peren Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punglwa
According to the 2011 Census, Punglwa village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 832 males and 422 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 507 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,088.
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 | 1,254 | 832 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 72 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,088 | 688 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 657 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 175 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Punglwa
Punglwa 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 Punglwa
Punglwa 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 Peren to Punglwa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punglwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punglwa 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 Punglwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punglwa 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 Punglwa
Where is Punglwa located?
Punglwa village is located in Pedi (Ngwalwa) Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Punglwa?
The pincode of Punglwa is 797106.
What is the population of Punglwa?
Punglwa had a total population of 1,254, including 832 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Punglwa?
Punglwa had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punglwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punglwa was 79.61%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 63.83%.