Pukhru
About Pukhru
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pukhru village is 010831. Pukhru village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Pukhru village. As per 2009 stats, Pukhru village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 106.47 hectares. Pukhru has a total population of 407 peoples, out of which male population is 194 while female population is 213. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1097 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pukhru village is 69.29% out of which 73.20% males and 65.73% females are literate. There are about 81 houses in pukhru village. Pincode of pukhru village locality is 176000.
When it comes to administration, Pukhru 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, Pukhru village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to pukhru village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pukhru
The population details of Pukhru 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 | 407 | 194 | 213 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 282 | 142 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 52 | 73 |
Connectivity of Pukhru
| 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 Pukhru
Where is Pukhru located?
Pukhru village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pukhru?
Pukhru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pukhru?
The pincode of Pukhru is 176000, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pukhru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pukhru is 407, with 194 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Pukhru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pukhru village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukhru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pukhru is 69.29%. The male literacy rate is 73.20%, while the female literacy rate is 65.73%.