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
As per Census 2011, Piont village has a total population of 3,662 people, consisting of 1,972 males and 1,690 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,127 literate and 1,535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piont are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,662, including 1,972 males and 1,690 females.
How many households are there in Piont?
There are 737 households in Piont.
What is the literacy rate in Piont?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piont is 58.08%. Male literacy is 65.11% and female literacy is 49.88%.