Pundil - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Pundil is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lohaghat and around 45 km from Champawat. Kunadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundil is 054367. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.35 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pundil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pundil
According to the 2011 Census, Pundil village had a total population of 141 people, including 73 males and 68 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.91%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 47.06%.
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 | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 54 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 19 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Pundil
Pundil 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 Pundil
Pundil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Pundil is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Pundil is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pundil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pundil
Where is Pundil located?
Pundil village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pundil?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundil is Kunadi.
What is the pincode of Pundil?
The pincode of Pundil is 262524.
What is the population of Pundil?
Pundil had a total population of 141, including 73 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Pundil?
Pundil had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pundil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundil was 70.91%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 47.06%.