Punkila - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Punkila is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Chamoli and around 27 km from Gopeshwar. Punkila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punkila is 041037. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.03 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Punkila 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 Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punkila
According to the 2011 Census, Punkila village had a total population of 97 people, including 39 males and 58 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,487 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.54%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 77.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 97 | 39 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 27 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 6 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Punkila
Punkila 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 Punkila
Public transport in the Punkila is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Punkila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nandprayag to Punkila is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Punkila is about 27 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 Punkila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punkila 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 Punkila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punkila 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punkila
Where is Punkila located?
Punkila village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punkila?
Punkila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punkila?
The pincode of Punkila is 246449.
What is the population of Punkila?
Punkila had a total population of 97, including 39 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Punkila?
Punkila had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punkila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punkila was 85.54%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 77.55%.