Punan
Punan is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 115km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Punan village. As per 2009 stats, Barog is the gram panchayat of Punan village.
Here you can discover what makes Punan unique in its vibrant Nankhari-Shimla region. You’ll see Punan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Punan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punan is 023789. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172021. Rampur is nearest town to Punan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punan
Population of Punan
According to the 2011 Census, Punan has a total population of about 441, with approximately 221 males and 220 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.75%, with male literacy at about 80.09% and female literacy near 61.36%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 441 | 221 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 312 | 177 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 44 | 85 |
Connectivity of Punan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punan. As per the 2011 stats, Punan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Punan
Knowing the nearby villages of Punan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punan
- Where is Punan located?
- Punan village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punan is Barog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punan?
- The pincode of Punan is 172021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punan is 441, with 221 males and 220 females.
- How many households are there in Punan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punan village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punan is 70.75%. The male literacy rate is 80.09%, while the female literacy rate is 61.36%.