Pungar Kholi - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Pungar Kholi is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chankana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pungar Kholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pungar Kholi is 049717. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Pungar Kholi 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pungar Kholi
According to the 2011 Census, Pungar Kholi village had a total population of 191 people, including 90 males and 101 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.82%, with male literacy at 85.88% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 191 | 90 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 17 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Pungar Kholi
Pungar Kholi 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 Pungar Kholi
Pungar Kholi 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 <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 Didihat to Pungar Kholi is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pungar Kholi is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pungar Kholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pungar Kholi 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 Pungar Kholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pungar Kholi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pungar Kholi
Where is Pungar Kholi located?
Pungar Kholi village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pungar Kholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pungar Kholi is Chankana.
What is the pincode of Pungar Kholi?
The pincode of Pungar Kholi is 262531.
What is the population of Pungar Kholi?
Pungar Kholi had a total population of 191, including 90 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Pungar Kholi?
Pungar Kholi had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pungar Kholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pungar Kholi was 71.82%. Male literacy was 85.88% and female literacy was 59.38%.