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
As per Census 2011, Punahla village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 59 males and 58 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punahla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| 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 has a total population of 117, including 59 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Punahla?
There are 23 households in Punahla.
What is the literacy rate in Punahla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punahla is 64.96%. Male literacy is 74.58% and female literacy is 55.17%.