Parchhor - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Parchhor is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Parchhore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parchhor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parchhor is 007578. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 176302 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Parchhor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parchhor
As per Census 2011, Parchhor village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 288 males and 303 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parchhor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 288 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 215 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 73 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Parchhor
Parchhor 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 Parchhor
Parchhor 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 Chamba to Parchhor is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parchhor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parchhor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parchhor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parchhor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parchhor
Where is Parchhor located?
Parchhor village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parchhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Parchhor is Parchhore.
What is the pincode of Parchhor?
The pincode of Parchhor is 176302.
What is the population of Parchhor?
Parchhor has a total population of 591, including 288 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Parchhor?
There are 123 households in Parchhor.
What is the literacy rate in Parchhor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parchhor is 69.37%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 64.36%.