Purhan
About Purhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purhan village is 007139. Purhan village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Purhan village. As per 2009 stats, Snooh is the gram panchayat of Purhan village.
The total geographical area of village is 166.13 hectares. Purhan has a total population of 490 peoples, out of which male population is 246 while female population is 244. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purhan village is 54.69% out of which 66.26% males and 43.03% females are literate. There are about 90 houses in purhan village. Pincode of purhan village locality is 176320.
When it comes to administration, Purhan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purhan village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to purhan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purhan
The population details of Purhan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 246 | 244 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 163 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 83 | 139 |
Connectivity of Purhan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purhan
Where is Purhan located?
Purhan village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purhan is Snooh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purhan?
The pincode of Purhan is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purhan is 490, with 246 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Purhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purhan village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purhan is 54.69%. The male literacy rate is 66.26%, while the female literacy rate is 43.03%.