Purana - Karsog, Mandi
Purana is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Naanj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana is 016191. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Purana 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 Purana
According to the 2011 Census, Purana village had a total population of 169 people, including 96 males and 73 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 760 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 169 | 96 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 74 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 22 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Purana
Purana 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 Purana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Purana.
| 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 Purana is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purana
Where is Purana located?
Purana village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Naanj.
What is the pincode of Purana?
The pincode of Purana is 175011.
What is the population of Purana?
Purana had a total population of 169, including 96 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Purana?
Purana had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana was 70.97%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 52.17%.