Purthi - Saach, Chamba
Purthi is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 200 km from Chamba. Purthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purthi is 006763. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.12 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Purthi 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 Purthi
According to the 2011 Census, Purthi village had a total population of 517 people, including 263 males and 254 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 55.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 508.
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 | 517 | 263 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 255 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 174 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 89 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Purthi
Purthi 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 Purthi
Purthi 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 Purthi is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purthi
Where is Purthi located?
Purthi village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purthi?
Purthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purthi?
The pincode of Purthi is 176323.
What is the population of Purthi?
Purthi had a total population of 517, including 263 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Purthi?
Purthi had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purthi was 65.71%. Male literacy was 75.32% and female literacy was 55.80%.