Honsti - Nagrota Bagwan, Kangra
Honsti is a village situated in the Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Baggulehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Honsti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honsti is 009892. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.52 hectares and falls under the 176047 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Honsti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Honsti
According to the 2011 Census, Honsti village had a total population of 137 people, including 62 males and 75 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,210 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.42%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 65.15%.
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 | 137 | 62 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 11 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Honsti
Honsti 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 Honsti
Public transport in the Honsti is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Honsti is about 39 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 Honsti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honsti 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Honsti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honsti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Honsti
Where is Honsti located?
Honsti village is located in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Honsti?
The Gram Panchayat of Honsti is Baggulehar.
What is the pincode of Honsti?
The pincode of Honsti is 176047.
What is the population of Honsti?
Honsti had a total population of 137, including 62 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Honsti?
Honsti had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Honsti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honsti was 76.42%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 65.15%.