Punwan

Punwan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Panwan is the gram panchayat of Punwan village.

Punwan has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Punwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punwan is 028845. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143517. Fathegarh Churian is nearest town to Punwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Punwan

Below is a concise population overview of Punwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 947 500 447
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 62 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 188 94 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 648 367 281
Illiterate Population 299 133 166

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punwan village:

  • The total population of Punwan village is around 947, including approximately 500 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Punwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punwan village has 188 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punwan village is about 68.43%, with male literacy at 73.40% and female literacy at 62.86%.
  • There are around 177 households in Punwan village.

Connectivity of Punwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punwan. As per the 2011 stats, Punwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Punwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punwan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Punwan

Where is Punwan located?
Punwan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Punwan is Panwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punwan?
The pincode of Punwan is 143517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punwan is 947, with 500 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Punwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punwan village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punwan is 68.43%. The male literacy rate is 73.40%, while the female literacy rate is 62.86%.