Falgerh - Shahpur, Kangra
Falgerh is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sehwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Falgerh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falgerh is 009367. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.23 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Falgerh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falgerh
According to the 2011 Census, Falgerh village had a total population of 287 people, including 144 males and 143 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.92%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 81.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 287 | 144 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 17 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 121 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Falgerh
Falgerh 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 Falgerh
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Falgerh is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Falgerh
Where is Falgerh located?
Falgerh village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falgerh?
The Gram Panchayat of Falgerh is Sehwan.
What is the pincode of Falgerh?
The pincode of Falgerh is 176206.
What is the population of Falgerh?
Falgerh had a total population of 287, including 144 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Falgerh?
Falgerh had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falgerh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falgerh was 87.92%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 81.16%.