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
As per Census 2011, Falgerh village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 144 males and 143 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Falgerh are given below:
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 287, including 144 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Falgerh?
There are 70 households in Falgerh.
What is the literacy rate in Falgerh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falgerh is 81.18%. Male literacy is 84.03% and female literacy is 78.32%.