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
According to the 2011 Census, Protha village had a total population of 1,366 people, including 686 males and 680 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.29%, with male literacy at 66.07% and female literacy at 42.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 661, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 473.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,366, including 686 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Protha?
Protha had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Protha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Protha was 54.29%. Male literacy was 66.07% and female literacy was 42.37%.