Purkher - Kotla, Kangra
Purkher is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharmsala. Nadholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purkher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purkher is 009217. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.66 hectares and falls under the 176225 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Purkher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purkher
As per Census 2011, Purkher village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 273 males and 293 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purkher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 273 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 121 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 202 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 71 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Purkher
Purkher 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 Purkher
Purkher is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Purkher is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purkher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purkher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purkher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purkher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purkher
Where is Purkher located?
Purkher village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkher?
The Gram Panchayat of Purkher is Nadholi.
What is the pincode of Purkher?
The pincode of Purkher is 176225.
What is the population of Purkher?
Purkher has a total population of 566, including 273 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Purkher?
There are 126 households in Purkher.
What is the literacy rate in Purkher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purkher is 72.08%. Male literacy is 73.99% and female literacy is 70.31%.