Ther - Nurpur, Kangra
Ther is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kopra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ther village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ther is 008329. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.28 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Ther village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ther
According to the 2011 Census, Ther village had a total population of 518 people, including 273 males and 245 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.02%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 79.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 518 | 273 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 211 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 62 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Ther
Ther 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 Ther
Ther is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Ther is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ther
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ther 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 Ther
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ther 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ther
Where is Ther located?
Ther village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ther?
The Gram Panchayat of Ther is Kopra.
What is the pincode of Ther?
The pincode of Ther is 176202.
What is the population of Ther?
Ther had a total population of 518, including 273 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Ther?
Ther had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ther?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ther was 85.02%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 79.19%.