Firnu - Karsog, Mandi
Firnu is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firnu is 016321. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Firnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firnu
According to the 2011 Census, Firnu village had a total population of 293 people, including 150 males and 143 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.62%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 58.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 96 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 54 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Firnu
Firnu 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 Firnu
Firnu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Firnu is about 169 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firnu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Firnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firnu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Firnu
Where is Firnu located?
Firnu village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Firnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Firnu is Sarahan.
What is the pincode of Firnu?
The pincode of Firnu is 175011.
What is the population of Firnu?
Firnu had a total population of 293, including 150 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Firnu?
Firnu had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firnu was 64.62%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 58.06%.