Punahan - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Punahan is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Beri Rajadian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punahan is 019721. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 174012 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Punahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punahan
As per Census 2011, Punahan village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 70 males and 76 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Punahan
Punahan 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 Punahan
Punahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Punahan is about 17 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 Punahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punahan
Where is Punahan located?
Punahan village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Punahan is Beri Rajadian.
What is the pincode of Punahan?
The pincode of Punahan is 174012.
What is the population of Punahan?
Punahan has a total population of 146, including 70 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Punahan?
There are 29 households in Punahan.
What is the literacy rate in Punahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punahan is 82.88%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 80.26%.