Praghwal

Praghwal is a village located in Pangi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 175km away from district headquarter Kilar. Kilar is the sub-district headquarter of Praghwal village. As per 2009 stats, Karyas is the gram panchayat of Praghwal village.

Praghwal 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 Praghwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Praghwal is 006690. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176323. Chamba is nearest town to Praghwal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Praghwal 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi 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 Praghwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 471 226 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 20 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 N/A 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 444 208 236
Literate Population 242 133 109
Illiterate Population 229 93 136

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

  • The total population of Praghwal village is around 471, including approximately 226 males and 245 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Praghwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Praghwal village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 444 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Praghwal village is about 51.38%, with male literacy at 58.85% and female literacy at 44.49%.
  • There are around 87 households in Praghwal village.

Connectivity of Praghwal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Praghwal

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Praghwal

Where is Praghwal located?
Praghwal village is situated in Pangi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Praghwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Praghwal is Karyas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Praghwal?
The pincode of Praghwal is 176323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Praghwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Praghwal is 471, with 226 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Praghwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Praghwal village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Praghwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Praghwal is 51.38%. The male literacy rate is 58.85%, while the female literacy rate is 44.49%.