Poona - Mehatpur, Una
Poona is a village situated in the Mehatpur tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Una. Binewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poona is 018832. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.58 hectares and falls under the 174301 pincode. Santokhgarh is the nearest town.
Poona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poona
According to the 2011 Census, Poona village had a total population of 521 people, including 262 males and 259 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.19%, with male literacy at 96.38% and female literacy at 75.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 521 | 262 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 41 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 213 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 49 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Poona
Poona 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 Poona
Poona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Poona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Poona is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Poona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poona 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Poona
Where is Poona located?
Poona village is located in Mehatpur Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Poona?
The Gram Panchayat of Poona is Binewal.
What is the pincode of Poona?
The pincode of Poona is 174301.
What is the population of Poona?
Poona had a total population of 521, including 262 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Poona?
Poona had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poona was 85.19%. Male literacy was 96.38% and female literacy was 75.10%.