Purkhara
About Purkhara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purkhara village is 007545. Purkhara village is located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Purkhara village. As per 2009 stats, Kahari is the gram panchayat of Purkhara village.
The total geographical area of village is 311 hectares. Purkhara has a total population of 170 peoples, out of which male population is 87 while female population is 83. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purkhara village is 54.12% out of which 75.86% males and 31.33% females are literate. There are about 40 houses in purkhara village. Pincode of purkhara village locality is 176302.
When it comes to administration, Purkhara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purkhara village comes under Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chuari Khas is nearest town to purkhara village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purkhara
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 66 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 21 | 57 |
Connectivity of Purkhara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purkhara
Frequently Asked Questions about Purkhara
Where is Purkhara located?
Purkhara village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Purkhara is Kahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purkhara?
The pincode of Purkhara is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purkhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purkhara is 170, with 87 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Purkhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purkhara village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purkhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purkhara is 54.12%. The male literacy rate is 75.86%, while the female literacy rate is 31.33%.