Punsar - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Punsar is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from Dera Bassi and around 32 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Punsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punsar is 039307. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Punsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punsar
According to the 2011 Census, Punsar village had a total population of 976 people, including 543 males and 433 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.75%, with male literacy at 80.67% and female literacy at 60.27%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 543 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 384 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 159 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Punsar
Punsar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Bahal | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Kheri Jattan | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Mianpur | West | 1.99 km |
| Jandli | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Bijanpur | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Sangrana | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Bhagwasi | West | 3.24 km |
| Samal Heri | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Kheri Gujran | North | 3.88 km |
| Fatehpur Viran | East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punsar
Public transport in the Punsar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dappar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Punsar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punsar
Where is Punsar located?
Punsar village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punsar?
Punsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punsar?
The pincode of Punsar is 140501.
What is the population of Punsar?
Punsar had a total population of 976, including 543 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Punsar?
Punsar had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punsar was 71.75%. Male literacy was 80.67% and female literacy was 60.27%.