Punan (58/1) - Nankhari, Shimla
Punan (58/1) is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punan (58/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punan (58/1) is 023789. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.37 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Punan (58/1) 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 Punan (58/1)
As per Census 2011, Punan (58/1) village has a total population of 441 people, consisting of 221 males and 220 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punan (58/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 441 | 221 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 177 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 44 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Punan (58/1)
Punan (58/1) 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 Punan (58/1)
Public transport in the Punan (58/1) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Punan (58/1) is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punan (58/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punan (58/1) 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 Punan (58/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punan (58/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Punan (58/1)
Where is Punan (58/1) located?
Punan (58/1) village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punan (58/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Punan (58/1) is Barog.
What is the pincode of Punan (58/1)?
The pincode of Punan (58/1) is 172021.
What is the population of Punan (58/1)?
Punan (58/1) has a total population of 441, including 221 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Punan (58/1)?
There are 91 households in Punan (58/1).
What is the literacy rate in Punan (58/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punan (58/1) is 70.75%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 61.36%.