Punni - Karsog, Mandi
Punni is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khadkan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punni is 015791. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Punni 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 Punni
According to the 2011 Census, Punni village had a total population of 140 people, including 71 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.20%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 76.19%.
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 | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Punni
Punni 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 Punni
Punni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mandi to Punni is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punni 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 Punni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punni 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punni
Where is Punni located?
Punni village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punni?
The Gram Panchayat of Punni is Khadkan.
What is the pincode of Punni?
The pincode of Punni is 175011.
What is the population of Punni?
Punni had a total population of 140, including 71 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Punni?
Punni had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punni was 83.20%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 76.19%.