Punang Khas
Punang Khas is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Punang Khas village. As per 2009 stats, Punang is the gram panchayat of Punang Khas village.
Here you can discover what makes Punang Khas unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Punang Khas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punang Khas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punang Khas is 027263. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172103. Rampur is nearest town to Punang Khas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punang Khas
Population of Punang Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Punang Khas has a total population of about 1,282, with approximately 912 males and 370 females. The sex ratio is around 405 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 246. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.36%, with male literacy at about 86.07% and female literacy near 69.73%. There are around 251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punang Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,282 | 912 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 132 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 785 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 127 | 112 |
Connectivity of Punang Khas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punang Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Punang Khas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punang Khas
Knowing the nearby villages of Punang Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punang Khas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punang Khas
- Where is Punang Khas located?
- Punang Khas village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punang Khas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punang Khas is Punang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punang Khas?
- The pincode of Punang Khas is 172103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punang Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punang Khas is 1,282, with 912 males and 370 females.
- How many households are there in Punang Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punang Khas village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punang Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punang Khas is 81.36%. The male literacy rate is 86.07%, while the female literacy rate is 69.73%.