Pressi - Pangna, Mandi
Pressi is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 88 km from Mandi. Pressi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pressi is 015680. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Pressi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Pressi
According to the 2011 Census, Pressi village had a total population of 396 people, including 201 males and 195 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.83%, with male literacy at 89.39% and female literacy at 70.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 396 | 201 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 160 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 41 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Pressi
Pressi 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 Pressi
Pressi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pressi is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pressi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pressi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pressi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pressi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pressi
Where is Pressi located?
Pressi village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pressi?
Pressi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pressi?
The pincode of Pressi is 175038.
What is the population of Pressi?
Pressi had a total population of 396, including 201 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Pressi?
Pressi had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pressi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pressi was 79.83%. Male literacy was 89.39% and female literacy was 70.22%.