Fras - Pangna, Mandi
Fras is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Mandi. Churag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fras is 015922. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.58 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Fras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Fras
According to the 2011 Census, Fras village had a total population of 50 people, including 22 males and 28 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Fras
Fras 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 Fras
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Fras.
| 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 Fras is about 98 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 Fras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fras 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Fras
Where is Fras located?
Fras village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fras?
The Gram Panchayat of Fras is Churag.
What is the pincode of Fras?
The pincode of Fras is 175011.
What is the population of Fras?
Fras had a total population of 50, including 22 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Fras?
Fras had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fras was 72.34%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.