Phaphna - Nihri, Mandi
Phaphna is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bandli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phaphna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phaphna is 015599. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Phaphna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phaphna
According to the 2011 Census, Phaphna village had a total population of 107 people, including 57 males and 50 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 73.33%.
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 | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Phaphna
Phaphna 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 Phaphna
Public transport in the Phaphna 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Phaphna is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phaphna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phaphna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Phaphna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phaphna 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phaphna
Where is Phaphna located?
Phaphna village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phaphna?
The Gram Panchayat of Phaphna is Bandli.
What is the pincode of Phaphna?
The pincode of Phaphna is 175038.
What is the population of Phaphna?
Phaphna had a total population of 107, including 57 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Phaphna?
Phaphna had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phaphna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phaphna was 78.13%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 73.33%.