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.
Here you can discover what makes Punwan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Punwan’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 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.
Google Map of Punwan
Population of Punwan
According to the 2011 Census, Punwan has a total population of about 947, with approximately 500 males and 447 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 188 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 68.43%, with male literacy at about 73.40% and female literacy near 62.86%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.