Sukrala - Pragpur, Kangra
Sukrala is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from Dharmsala. Nahan Nagrota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukrala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukrala is 010708. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.95 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Sukrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukrala
As per Census 2011, Sukrala village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 257 males and 255 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 257 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 211 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 46 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sukrala
Sukrala 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 Sukrala
Sukrala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sukrala is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sukrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukrala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sukrala
Where is Sukrala located?
Sukrala village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukrala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukrala is Nahan Nagrota.
What is the pincode of Sukrala?
The pincode of Sukrala is 177108.
What is the population of Sukrala?
Sukrala has a total population of 512, including 257 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Sukrala?
There are 123 households in Sukrala.
What is the literacy rate in Sukrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukrala is 78.71%. Male literacy is 82.10% and female literacy is 75.29%.