D.P.F. Punan - Nankhari, Shimla
D.P.F. Punan is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barog serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Punan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Punan is 023788. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Punan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F. Punan
As per Census 2011, D.P.F. Punan village has a total population of 147 people, consisting of 83 males and 64 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 771 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F. Punan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 83 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 66 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Punan
D.P.F. Punan 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 D.P.F. Punan
Public transport in the D.P.F. Punan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to D.P.F. Punan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Punan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Punan 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 D.P.F. Punan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Punan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about D.P.F. Punan
Where is D.P.F. Punan located?
D.P.F. Punan village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F. Punan?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Punan is Barog.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Punan?
The pincode of D.P.F. Punan is 172021.
What is the population of D.P.F. Punan?
D.P.F. Punan has a total population of 147, including 83 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Punan?
There are 32 households in D.P.F. Punan.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Punan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Punan is 76.19%. Male literacy is 79.52% and female literacy is 71.88%.