Punj
Punj is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Punj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punj unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Punj’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 Punj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punj is 031816. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Punj village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punj
Population of Punj
According to the 2011 Census, Punj has a total population of about 177, with approximately 87 males and 90 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.02%, with male literacy at about 60.92% and female literacy near 61.11%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 34 | 35 |
Connectivity of Punj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punj. As per the 2011 stats, Punj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punj
Knowing the nearby villages of Punj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punj
- Where is Punj located?
- Punj village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punj?
- Punj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punj?
- The pincode of Punj is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punj is 177, with 87 males and 90 females.
- How many households are there in Punj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punj village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punj is 61.02%. The male literacy rate is 60.92%, while the female literacy rate is 61.11%.