Paundar - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Paundar is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Uniyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paundar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paundar is 042115. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.81 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Paundar 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paundar
According to the 2011 Census, Paundar village had a total population of 33 people, including 17 males and 16 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Paundar
Paundar 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 Paundar
Paundar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Paundar is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paundar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paundar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paundar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paundar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paundar
Where is Paundar located?
Paundar village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paundar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paundar is Uniyana.
What is the pincode of Paundar?
The pincode of Paundar is 246425.
What is the population of Paundar?
Paundar had a total population of 33, including 17 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Paundar?
Paundar had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paundar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paundar was 82.14%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 69.23%.