Punoli - Bhanoli, Almora
Punoli is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punoli is 053656. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.33 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Punoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punoli
According to the 2011 Census, Punoli village had a total population of 26 people, including 10 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 53.33%.
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 | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Punoli
Punoli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Punoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Punoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Punoli is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punoli 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 Punoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punoli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punoli
Where is Punoli located?
Punoli village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Punoli is Aati.
What is the pincode of Punoli?
The pincode of Punoli is 263626.
What is the population of Punoli?
Punoli had a total population of 26, including 10 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Punoli?
Punoli had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punoli was 66.67%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 53.33%.