Punadu

Punadu is a village located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Punanu is the gram panchayat of Punadu village.

Punadu has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Punadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punadu is 043706. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249121. Tehri is nearest town to Punadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.

When it comes to local governance, Punadu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Punadu

Below is a concise population overview of Punadu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 194 97 97
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 14 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 76 46 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 129 72 57
Illiterate Population 65 25 40

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punadu village:

  • The total population of Punadu village is around 194, including approximately 97 males and 97 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Punadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Punadu village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Punadu village is about 66.49%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 58.76%.
  • There are around 45 households in Punadu village.

Connectivity of Punadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punadu. As per the 2011 stats, Punadu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Punadu

Knowing the nearby villages of Punadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punadu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Punadu

Where is Punadu located?
Punadu village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadu is Punanu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Punadu?
The pincode of Punadu is 249121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Punadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punadu is 194, with 97 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Punadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Punadu village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punadu is 66.49%. The male literacy rate is 74.23%, while the female literacy rate is 58.76%.