Papahn
About Papahn
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Papahn village is 009154. Papahn village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 87km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Papahn village. As per 2009 stats, Papahar is the gram panchayat of Papahn village.
The total geographical area of village is 127.51 hectares. Papahn has a total population of 1,076 peoples, out of which male population is 527 while female population is 549. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1041 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of papahn village is 77.04% out of which 79.32% males and 74.86% females are literate. There are about 229 houses in papahn village. Pincode of papahn village locality is 176023.
When it comes to administration, Papahn village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Papahn village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to papahn village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Papahn
The population details of Papahn cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,076 | 527 | 549 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 829 | 418 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 109 | 138 |
Connectivity of Papahn
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Papahn
Where is Papahn located?
Papahn village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papahn?
The Gram Panchayat of Papahn is Papahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Papahn?
The pincode of Papahn is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Papahn as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Papahn is 1,076, with 527 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Papahn as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Papahn village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papahn as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Papahn is 77.04%. The male literacy rate is 79.32%, while the female literacy rate is 74.86%.