Perla - Majheen, Kangra
Perla is a village situated in the Majheen tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 67 km from Dharmsala. Tihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Perla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perla is 010871. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.16 hectares and falls under the 176032 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Perla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Perla
According to the 2011 Census, Perla village had a total population of 141 people, including 71 males and 70 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.19%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 63.24%.
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 | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 14 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Perla
Perla 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 Perla
Public transport in the Perla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawalamukhi to Perla is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Perla is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Perla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Perla
Where is Perla located?
Perla village is located in Majheen Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perla?
The Gram Panchayat of Perla is Tihri.
What is the pincode of Perla?
The pincode of Perla is 176032.
What is the population of Perla?
Perla had a total population of 141, including 71 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Perla?
Perla had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Perla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perla was 75.19%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 63.24%.