Pir - Rakkar, Kangra
Pir is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Pirsaluhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pir is 010793. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.66 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Pir 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 Pir
As per Census 2011, Pir village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 86 males and 88 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 10 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Pir
Pir 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 Pir
Pir 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 Pir is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pir
Where is Pir located?
Pir village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pir?
The Gram Panchayat of Pir is Pirsaluhi.
What is the pincode of Pir?
The pincode of Pir is 177034.
What is the population of Pir?
Pir has a total population of 174, including 86 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Pir?
There are 39 households in Pir.
What is the literacy rate in Pir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pir is 78.16%. Male literacy is 88.37% and female literacy is 68.18%.