Naftan - Karsog, Mandi
Naftan is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Tuman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naftan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naftan is 016307. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.8 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Naftan 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 Naftan
As per Census 2011, Naftan village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 153 males and 138 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naftan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 110 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 43 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Naftan
Naftan 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 Naftan
Naftan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naftan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Naftan is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naftan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naftan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naftan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naftan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naftan
Where is Naftan located?
Naftan village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naftan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naftan is Tuman.
What is the pincode of Naftan?
The pincode of Naftan is 175011.
What is the population of Naftan?
Naftan has a total population of 291, including 153 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Naftan?
There are 56 households in Naftan.
What is the literacy rate in Naftan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naftan is 65.64%. Male literacy is 71.90% and female literacy is 58.70%.