Purtiala
About Purtiala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purtiala village is 010543. Purtiala village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Purtiala village. As per 2009 stats, Kamlota is the gram panchayat of Purtiala village.
The total geographical area of village is 74.22 hectares. Purtiala has a total population of 352 peoples, out of which male population is 170 while female population is 182. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1070 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purtiala village is 82.95% out of which 87.06% males and 79.12% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in purtiala village. Pincode of purtiala village locality is 176036.
When it comes to administration, Purtiala 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, Purtiala village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to purtiala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purtiala
The population details of Purtiala 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 | 352 | 170 | 182 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 292 | 148 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Connectivity of Purtiala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purtiala
Where is Purtiala located?
Purtiala village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purtiala?
The Gram Panchayat of Purtiala is Kamlota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purtiala?
The pincode of Purtiala is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purtiala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purtiala is 352, with 170 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Purtiala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purtiala village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purtiala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purtiala is 82.95%. The male literacy rate is 87.06%, while the female literacy rate is 79.12%.