Frotka

Frotka is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Rulyani is the gram panchayat of Frotka village.

Frotka has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Frotka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Frotka is 007449. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176304. Dalhousie is nearest town to Frotka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Frotka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Frotka

Below is a concise population overview of Frotka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 328 159 169
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 19 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 19 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 206 101 105
Literate Population 220 132 88
Illiterate Population 108 27 81

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Frotka village:

  • The total population of Frotka village is around 328, including approximately 159 males and 169 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Frotka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Frotka village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 206 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Frotka village is about 67.07%, with male literacy at 83.02% and female literacy at 52.07%.
  • There are around 54 households in Frotka village.

Connectivity of Frotka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Frotka. As per the 2011 stats, Frotka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Frotka

Knowing the nearby villages of Frotka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Frotka.

Bathri Jarai Ghural Dadra Dadra Jangal Dagoh Bariata Raula Ruliani Barinni Darota D P F Jandrighat

Frequently Asked Questions about Frotka

Where is Frotka located?
Frotka village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Frotka?
The Gram Panchayat of Frotka is Rulyani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Frotka?
The pincode of Frotka is 176304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Frotka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Frotka is 328, with 159 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Frotka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Frotka village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Frotka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Frotka is 67.07%. The male literacy rate is 83.02%, while the female literacy rate is 52.07%.