Puni Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Puni Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Varshayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puni Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puni Gaon is 049166. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.85 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Puni Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Puni Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Puni Gaon village had a total population of 9 people, including 5 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 33.33%.
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 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Puni Gaon
Puni Gaon 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 Puni Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puni Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Puni Gaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Puni Gaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puni Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puni Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puni 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 Puni 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puni Gaon
Where is Puni Gaon located?
Puni Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puni Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Puni Gaon is Varshayat.
What is the pincode of Puni Gaon?
The pincode of Puni Gaon is 262552.
What is the population of Puni Gaon?
Puni Gaon had a total population of 9, including 5 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Puni Gaon?
Puni Gaon had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puni Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puni Gaon was 71.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.