Andrah - Rey, Kangra
Andrah is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 101 km from Dharmsala. Hatli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andrah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andrah is 008815. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.46 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Andrah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andrah
According to the 2011 Census, Andrah village had a total population of 73 people, including 37 males and 36 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.19%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 65.52%.
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 | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Andrah
Andrah 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 Andrah
Andrah is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Andrah is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andrah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andrah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andrah 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 Andrah
Where is Andrah located?
Andrah village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andrah?
The Gram Panchayat of Andrah is Hatli.
What is the pincode of Andrah?
The pincode of Andrah is 176058.
What is the population of Andrah?
Andrah had a total population of 73, including 37 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Andrah?
Andrah had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andrah was 71.19%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 65.52%.