Thehr - Harchakian, Kangra
Thehr is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Pragod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thehr is 009272. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.21 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Thehr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thehr
According to the 2011 Census, Thehr village had a total population of 225 people, including 113 males and 112 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.14%, with male literacy at 93.14% and female literacy at 79.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 95 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Thehr
Thehr 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 Thehr
Thehr is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Thehr is about 53 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 Thehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thehr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thehr 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thehr
Where is Thehr located?
Thehr village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Thehr is Pragod.
What is the pincode of Thehr?
The pincode of Thehr is 176210.
What is the population of Thehr?
Thehr had a total population of 225, including 113 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Thehr?
Thehr had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thehr was 86.14%. Male literacy was 93.14% and female literacy was 79.00%.