Pakungi - Ramshahr, Solan
Pakungi is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chillar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakungi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakungi is 020701. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.9 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Pakungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakungi
According to the 2011 Census, Pakungi village had a total population of 119 people, including 59 males and 60 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.07%, with male literacy at 96.49% and female literacy at 85.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Pakungi
Pakungi 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 Pakungi
Pakungi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Solan to Pakungi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakungi 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 Pakungi
Where is Pakungi located?
Pakungi village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakungi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakungi is Chillar.
What is the pincode of Pakungi?
The pincode of Pakungi is 174102.
What is the population of Pakungi?
Pakungi had a total population of 119, including 59 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Pakungi?
Pakungi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakungi was 91.07%. Male literacy was 96.49% and female literacy was 85.45%.