Phaphna

Phaphna is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 97km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Phaphna village. As per 2009 stats, Bandli Snr is the gram panchayat of Phaphna village.

Here you can discover what makes Phaphna unique in its vibrant Nihri-Mandi region. You’ll see Phaphna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Phaphna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phaphna is 015599. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175038. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Phaphna village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Phaphna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Phaphna

According to the 2011 Census, Phaphna has a total population of about 107, with approximately 57 males and 50 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 11 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.09%, with male literacy at about 73.68% and female literacy near 66.00%. There are around 20 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Phaphna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 107 57 50
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 11 6 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 75 42 33
Illiterate Population 32 15 17

Connectivity of Phaphna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phaphna. As per the 2011 stats, Phaphna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Phaphna

Knowing the nearby villages of Phaphna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Phaphna.

Frequently Asked Questions about Phaphna

Where is Phaphna located?
Phaphna village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phaphna?
The Gram Panchayat of Phaphna is Bandli Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phaphna?
The pincode of Phaphna is 175038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phaphna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phaphna is 107, with 57 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Phaphna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phaphna village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phaphna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phaphna is 70.09%. The male literacy rate is 73.68%, while the female literacy rate is 66.00%.