Punga
Punga is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Punga village is also a gram panchayat.
Punga has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Punga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punga is 031563. The village spans a total geographical area of 42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146111. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Punga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punga
Population of Punga
Below is a concise population overview of Punga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punga village:
- The total population of Punga village is around 74, including approximately 39 males and 35 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 5 children aged 0–6 years in Punga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punga village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Punga village is about 77.03%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 80.00%.
- There are around 17 households in Punga village.
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 5 - 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 Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur 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 146111, 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 74, with 39 males and 35 females.
- How many households are there in Punga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punga village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punga is 77.03%. The male literacy rate is 74.36%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.