Punkal Gaon - Mussoorie, Dehradun
Punkal Gaon is a village situated in the Mussoorie tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Dehradun and around 10 km from Dehradun. Purukal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punkal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punkal Gaon is 045124. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.2 hectares and falls under the 248009 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punkal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mussoorie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punkal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Punkal Gaon village had a total population of 411 people, including 209 males and 202 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.86%, with male literacy at 98.35% and female literacy at 83.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 411 | 209 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 179 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 30 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Punkal Gaon
Punkal Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwant Pur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Doom Gaon | East | 1.37 km |
| Kheragopiwala | West | 1.45 km |
| Salan Gaon | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Sigli | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Bhitar Wali | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Jamniwala | South | 1.62 km |
| Utari Gaon | South | 1.63 km |
| Brahman Gaon | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Khala Gaon | East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punkal Gaon
Punkal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Punkal Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punkal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punkal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punkal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punkal Gaon 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 Punkal Gaon
Where is Punkal Gaon located?
Punkal Gaon village is located in Mussoorie Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punkal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Punkal Gaon is Purukal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Punkal Gaon?
The pincode of Punkal Gaon is 248009.
What is the population of Punkal Gaon?
Punkal Gaon had a total population of 411, including 209 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Punkal Gaon?
Punkal Gaon had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punkal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punkal Gaon was 90.86%. Male literacy was 98.35% and female literacy was 83.24%.