Phashta - Dhira, Kangra
Phashta is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Devi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phashta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phashta is 011249. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.71 hectares and falls under the 176092 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Phashta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phashta
According to the 2011 Census, Phashta village had a total population of 229 people, including 105 males and 124 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.04%, with male literacy at 97.89% and female literacy at 79.82%.
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 | 229 | 105 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 12 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Phashta
Phashta 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 Phashta
Phashta 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 Dharmsala to Phashta is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phashta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phashta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phashta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phashta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phashta
Where is Phashta located?
Phashta village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phashta?
The Gram Panchayat of Phashta is Devi.
What is the pincode of Phashta?
The pincode of Phashta is 176092.
What is the population of Phashta?
Phashta had a total population of 229, including 105 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Phashta?
Phashta had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phashta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phashta was 88.04%. Male literacy was 97.89% and female literacy was 79.82%.