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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pir village had a total population of 174 people, including 86 males and 88 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.74%, with male literacy at 96.20% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 174, including 86 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Pir?
Pir had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pir was 87.74%. Male literacy was 96.20% and female literacy was 78.95%.