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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Poona village has a total population of 521 people, consisting of 262 males and 259 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 262 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 41 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 521, including 262 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Poona?
There are 108 households in Poona.
What is the literacy rate in Poona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poona is 76.20%. Male literacy is 81.30% and female literacy is 71.04%.