Piont - Nising St, Karnal
Piont is a village situated in the Nising St tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 25 km from Karnal and around 25 km from Karnal. Peont serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piont village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piont is 059304. The village covers a total geographical area of 1169 hectares and falls under the 132036 pincode. Karnal is the nearest town.
Piont village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilokheri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piont
According to the 2011 Census, Piont village had a total population of 3,662 people, including 1,972 males and 1,690 females, living in 737 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.20%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 56.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,488.
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 | 3,662 | 1,972 | 1,690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 254 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,488 | 815 | 673 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,127 | 1,284 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,535 | 688 | 847 |
Nearby Villages of Piont
Piont is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Katlaheri | North | 2.86 km |
| Gularpur | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Shekhpura Manehoori | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Bansa | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Savri | North | 3.85 km |
| Alipur Veeran | North | 3.97 km |
| Padha | South | 5.49 km |
| Bambhar Heri | South | 5.80 km |
| Agondh | North | 5.84 km |
| Jundla | North-East | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piont
Piont is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bazida Jatan, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karnal to Piont is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piont
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piont village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piont
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piont village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piont
Where is Piont located?
Piont village is located in Nising St Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piont?
The Gram Panchayat of Piont is Peont.
What is the pincode of Piont?
The pincode of Piont is 132036.
What is the population of Piont?
Piont had a total population of 3,662, including 1,972 males and 1,690 females.
How many households are there in Piont?
Piont had 737 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piont?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piont was 66.20%. Male literacy was 74.74% and female literacy was 56.39%.