Punang Khas (90/1) - Tapri, Kinnaur
Punang Khas (90/1) is a village situated in the Tapri tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Reckong Peo. Punang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punang Khas (90/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punang Khas (90/1) is 027263. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.88 hectares and falls under the 172104 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Punang Khas (90/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punang Khas (90/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Punang Khas (90/1) village had a total population of 1,282 people, including 912 males and 370 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 406 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.60%, with male literacy at 92.14% and female literacy at 82.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punang Khas (90/1)
Punang Khas (90/1) 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 Punang Khas (90/1)
Punang Khas (90/1) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Reckong Peo to Punang Khas (90/1) is about 30 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 Punang Khas (90/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punang Khas (90/1) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punang Khas (90/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punang Khas (90/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punang Khas (90/1)
Where is Punang Khas (90/1) located?
Punang Khas (90/1) village is located in Tapri Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punang Khas (90/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Punang Khas (90/1) is Punang.
What is the pincode of Punang Khas (90/1)?
The pincode of Punang Khas (90/1) is 172104.
What is the population of Punang Khas (90/1)?
Punang Khas (90/1) had a total population of 1,282, including 912 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Punang Khas (90/1)?
Punang Khas (90/1) had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punang Khas (90/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punang Khas (90/1) was 89.60%. Male literacy was 92.14% and female literacy was 82.69%.