Pundal Gunth - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Pundal Gunth is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Pauri and around 43 km from Pauri. Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pundal Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pundal Gunth is 045686. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.02 hectares and falls under the 249301 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Pundal Gunth 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 Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pundal Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Pundal Gunth village had a total population of 74 people, including 31 males and 43 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,387 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.94%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 77.14%.
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 | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 3 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Pundal Gunth
Pundal Gunth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gol Gaon | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Churthu | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Koti Gunth | East | 1.41 km |
| Ghuret | South | 1.72 km |
| Kambat | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Lingui | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Lee | East | 2.21 km |
| Kundi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Kandola | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Jakhani | South | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pundal Gunth
Pundal Gunth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Pundal Gunth is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Pundal Gunth is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pundal Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pundal Gunth 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pundal Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pundal Gunth 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 Pundal Gunth
Where is Pundal Gunth located?
Pundal Gunth village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pundal Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Pundal Gunth is Khera.
What is the pincode of Pundal Gunth?
The pincode of Pundal Gunth is 249301.
What is the population of Pundal Gunth?
Pundal Gunth had a total population of 74, including 31 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Pundal Gunth?
Pundal Gunth had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pundal Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pundal Gunth was 85.94%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 77.14%.