Punadu - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Punadu is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Jakhnidhar and around 80 km from New Tehri. Punanu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadu is 043706. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.94 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Punadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punadu
According to the 2011 Census, Punadu village had a total population of 194 people, including 97 males and 97 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.14%, with male literacy at 86.75% and female literacy at 62.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Punadu
Punadu 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 Punadu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Punadu.
| 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 Tehri to Punadu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Punadu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadu 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 Punadu
Where is Punadu located?
Punadu village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadu is Punanu.
What is the pincode of Punadu?
The pincode of Punadu is 249121.
What is the population of Punadu?
Punadu had a total population of 194, including 97 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Punadu?
Punadu had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadu was 74.14%. Male literacy was 86.75% and female literacy was 62.64%.