Punar - Rudraprayag
Punar is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barsu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punar is 042504. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.25 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Punar 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punar
According to the 2011 Census, Punar village had a total population of 428 people, including 217 males and 211 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.57%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 81.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 428 | 217 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 183 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Punar
Punar 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 Punar
Public transport in the Punar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Punar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Punar
Where is Punar located?
Punar village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Punar?
The Gram Panchayat of Punar is Barsu.
What is the pincode of Punar?
The pincode of Punar is 246171.
What is the population of Punar?
Punar had a total population of 428, including 217 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Punar?
Punar had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punar was 88.57%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 81.87%.