Pher - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Pher is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghalaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pher is 010487. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.56 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Pher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pher
According to the 2011 Census, Pher village had a total population of 177 people, including 77 males and 100 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,299 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.85%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 78.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 177 | 77 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Pher
Pher 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 Pher
Pher 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 Pher is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pher 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pher
Where is Pher located?
Pher village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pher?
The Gram Panchayat of Pher is Ghalaura.
What is the pincode of Pher?
The pincode of Pher is 176031.
What is the population of Pher?
Pher had a total population of 177, including 77 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Pher?
Pher had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pher was 83.85%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 78.89%.