Paunta
About Paunta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paunta village is 013981. Paunta village is located in Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 49km away from district headquarter Sarkaghat. Sarkaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Paunta village. As per 2009 stats, Paunta Gpr is the gram panchayat of Paunta village.
The total geographical area of village is 27.89 hectares. Paunta has a total population of 320 peoples, out of which male population is 168 while female population is 152. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 904 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paunta village is 79.06% out of which 83.33% males and 74.34% females are literate. There are about 72 houses in paunta village. Pincode of paunta village locality is 175024.
When it comes to administration, Paunta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Paunta village comes under Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Sarkaghat is nearest town to paunta village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Paunta
The population details of Paunta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 168 | 152 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 140 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
Connectivity of Paunta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paunta
Where is Paunta located?
Paunta village is situated in Sarkaghat Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Paunta is Paunta Gpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paunta?
The pincode of Paunta is 175024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paunta is 320, with 168 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Paunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paunta village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paunta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paunta is 79.06%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 74.34%.