Praghwal - Pangi, Chamba
Praghwal is a village situated in the Pangi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Karyas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Praghwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Praghwal is 006690. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.15 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Praghwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Praghwal
As per Census 2011, Praghwal village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 226 males and 245 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Praghwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 226 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 208 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 133 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 93 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Praghwal
Praghwal 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 Praghwal
Praghwal 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 Praghwal is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Praghwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Praghwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Praghwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Praghwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Praghwal
Where is Praghwal located?
Praghwal village is located in Pangi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Praghwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Praghwal is Karyas.
What is the pincode of Praghwal?
The pincode of Praghwal is 176323.
What is the population of Praghwal?
Praghwal has a total population of 471, including 226 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Praghwal?
There are 87 households in Praghwal.
What is the literacy rate in Praghwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Praghwal is 51.38%. Male literacy is 58.85% and female literacy is 44.49%.