Paunti
Paunti is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Pounti is the gram panchayat of Paunti village.
Here you can discover what makes Paunti unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Paunti’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Paunti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paunti is 040374. The village spans a total geographical area of 430.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249141. Barkot is nearest town to Paunti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paunti 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 Purola 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.
Google Map of Paunti
Population of Paunti
According to the 2011 Census, Paunti has a total population of about 1,782, with approximately 900 males and 882 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 973 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.25%, with male literacy at about 80.33% and female literacy near 57.94%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paunti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,782 | 900 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 137 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 483 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 723 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 177 | 371 |
Connectivity of Paunti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paunti. As per the 2011 stats, Paunti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paunti
Knowing the nearby villages of Paunti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paunti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paunti
- Where is Paunti located?
- Paunti village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paunti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paunti is Pounti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paunti?
- The pincode of Paunti is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paunti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paunti is 1,782, with 900 males and 882 females.
- How many households are there in Paunti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paunti village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paunti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paunti is 69.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.33%, while the female literacy rate is 57.94%.