Prawat - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Prawat is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Parchhore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prawat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prawat is 007573. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 176302 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Prawat 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 Prawat
As per Census 2011, Prawat village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 87 males and 73 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prawat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 87 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Prawat
Prawat 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 Prawat
Prawat 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Prawat is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prawat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prawat 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 Prawat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prawat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Prawat
Where is Prawat located?
Prawat village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prawat?
The Gram Panchayat of Prawat is Parchhore.
What is the pincode of Prawat?
The pincode of Prawat is 176302.
What is the population of Prawat?
Prawat has a total population of 160, including 87 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Prawat?
There are 39 households in Prawat.
What is the literacy rate in Prawat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prawat is 71.25%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 69.86%.