Mahun - Pragpur, Kangra
Mahun is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 87 km from Dharmsala. Muhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahun is 010716. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.75 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Mahun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahun
According to the 2011 Census, Mahun village had a total population of 934 people, including 472 males and 462 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.94%, with male literacy at 98.36% and female literacy at 87.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 934 | 472 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 421 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 51 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Mahun
Mahun 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 Mahun
Mahun 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 Dharmsala to Mahun is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahun 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mahun
Where is Mahun located?
Mahun village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahun?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahun is Muhin.
What is the pincode of Mahun?
The pincode of Mahun is 177108.
What is the population of Mahun?
Mahun had a total population of 934, including 472 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Mahun?
Mahun had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahun was 92.94%. Male literacy was 98.36% and female literacy was 87.44%.