Paungni - Ramshahr, Solan
Paungni is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Diggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paungni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paungni is 020703. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.45 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Paungni 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 Paungni
According to the 2011 Census, Paungni village had a total population of 160 people, including 74 males and 86 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.74%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 73.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 160 | 74 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Paungni
Paungni 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 Paungni
Paungni 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 | 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 Solan to Paungni is about 57 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 Paungni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paungni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paungni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paungni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paungni
Where is Paungni located?
Paungni village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paungni?
The Gram Panchayat of Paungni is Diggal.
What is the pincode of Paungni?
The pincode of Paungni is 173218.
What is the population of Paungni?
Paungni had a total population of 160, including 74 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Paungni?
Paungni had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paungni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paungni was 80.74%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 73.61%.