Punga
Punga is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Punga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punga unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Punga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punga is 037241. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143103. Ajnala is nearest town to Punga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Punga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ajnala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Punga
Population of Punga
According to the 2011 Census, Punga has a total population of about 870, with approximately 429 males and 441 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 605 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.07%, with male literacy at about 39.39% and female literacy near 24.94%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 429 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 291 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 279 | 169 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 260 | 331 |
Connectivity of Punga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punga. As per the 2011 stats, Punga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punga
Knowing the nearby villages of Punga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punga
- Where is Punga located?
- Punga village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punga?
- Punga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punga?
- The pincode of Punga is 143103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punga is 870, with 429 males and 441 females.
- How many households are there in Punga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punga village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punga is 32.07%. The male literacy rate is 39.39%, while the female literacy rate is 24.94%.