Punahla - Ramshahr, Solan
Punahla is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chillar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punahla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punahla is 020689. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.12 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Punahla 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 Punahla
According to the 2011 Census, Punahla village had a total population of 117 people, including 59 males and 58 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 60.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 15 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Punahla
Punahla 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 Punahla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Punahla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Punahla is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punahla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punahla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Punahla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punahla 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 Punahla
Where is Punahla located?
Punahla village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punahla?
The Gram Panchayat of Punahla is Chillar.
What is the pincode of Punahla?
The pincode of Punahla is 173218.
What is the population of Punahla?
Punahla had a total population of 117, including 59 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Punahla?
Punahla had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punahla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punahla was 74.51%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 60.38%.