Protha - Saho, Chamba
Protha is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chamba. Protha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Protha is 007992. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.73 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Protha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Protha
As per Census 2011, Protha village has a total population of 1,366 people, consisting of 686 males and 680 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 473 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Protha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,366 | 686 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 123 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 333 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 231 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 372 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 314 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Protha
Protha 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 Protha
Protha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Protha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Protha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Protha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Protha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Protha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Protha
Where is Protha located?
Protha village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Protha?
Protha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Protha?
The pincode of Protha is 176314.
What is the population of Protha?
Protha has a total population of 1,366, including 686 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Protha?
There are 248 households in Protha.
What is the literacy rate in Protha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Protha is 44.51%. Male literacy is 54.23% and female literacy is 34.71%.