Port - Chachyot, Mandi
Port is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Port village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Port is 015488. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 175029 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Port village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Port
As per Census 2011, Port village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 136 males and 145 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Port are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 136 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 30 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Port
Port 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 Port
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Port.
| 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 Mandi to Port is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Port
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Port village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Port
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Port 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Port
Where is Port located?
Port village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Port?
The Gram Panchayat of Port is Jahal.
What is the pincode of Port?
The pincode of Port is 175029.
What is the population of Port?
Port has a total population of 281, including 136 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Port?
There are 59 households in Port.
What is the literacy rate in Port?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Port is 68.68%. Male literacy is 77.94% and female literacy is 60.00%.