Parmas - Pangi, Chamba
Parmas is a village situated in the Pangi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Killar I serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parmas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parmas is 006706. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.24 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Parmas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parmas
According to the 2011 Census, Parmas village had a total population of 387 people, including 191 males and 196 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.93%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 62.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 380.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 191 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 186 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 150 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 41 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Parmas
Parmas 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 Parmas
Public transport in the Parmas is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Parmas is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parmas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parmas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parmas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parmas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Parmas
Where is Parmas located?
Parmas village is located in Pangi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parmas?
The Gram Panchayat of Parmas is Killar I.
What is the pincode of Parmas?
The pincode of Parmas is 176323.
What is the population of Parmas?
Parmas had a total population of 387, including 191 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Parmas?
Parmas had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parmas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parmas was 74.93%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 62.15%.