Pukkhewala - Dhampur, Bijnor
Pukkhewala is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Pukkhewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukkhewala is 113193. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.75 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Pukkhewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pukkhewala
As per Census 2011, Pukkhewala village has a total population of 2,654 people, consisting of 1,371 males and 1,283 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,684 literate and 970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pukkhewala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,654 | 1,371 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 203 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 197 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 979 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 970 | 392 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Pukkhewala
Pukkhewala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammadpur Bajja | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Nankar Trilokpur | East | 0.87 km |
| Seer Devichand | South | 1.21 km |
| Tirlokpur | South | 1.22 km |
| Chakmani Ragunathpur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Mustafabad Garhi | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Alhepur Veeran | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Daulatpur | West | 1.84 km |
| Mansoorpur | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Seer Basu Chand | South-West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pukkhewala
Pukkhewala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Pukkhewala is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Pukkhewala is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pukkhewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukkhewala 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 Pukkhewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pukkhewala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pukkhewala
Where is Pukkhewala located?
Pukkhewala village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukkhewala?
Pukkhewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pukkhewala?
The pincode of Pukkhewala is 246722.
What is the population of Pukkhewala?
Pukkhewala has a total population of 2,654, including 1,371 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Pukkhewala?
There are 434 households in Pukkhewala.
What is the literacy rate in Pukkhewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukkhewala is 63.45%. Male literacy is 71.41% and female literacy is 54.95%.