Prahnuin - Pukhri, Chamba
Prahnuin is a village situated in the Pukhri tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chamba. Prahnvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prahnuin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prahnuin is 007713. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.58 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Prahnuin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prahnuin
According to the 2011 Census, Prahnuin village had a total population of 381 people, including 197 males and 184 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.13%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 78.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 381 | 197 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 168 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 29 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Prahnuin
Prahnuin 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 Prahnuin
Prahnuin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chamba to Prahnuin is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prahnuin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prahnuin 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 Prahnuin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prahnuin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Prahnuin
Where is Prahnuin located?
Prahnuin village is located in Pukhri Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prahnuin?
The Gram Panchayat of Prahnuin is Prahnvi.
What is the pincode of Prahnuin?
The pincode of Prahnuin is 176312.
What is the population of Prahnuin?
Prahnuin had a total population of 381, including 197 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Prahnuin?
Prahnuin had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prahnuin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prahnuin was 87.13%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 78.31%.