Prei - Shahpur, Kangra
Prei is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Parei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prei is 009426. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.28 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Prei 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 Prei
As per Census 2011, Prei village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 255 males and 294 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 255 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 223 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 32 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Prei
Prei 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 Prei
Prei 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 Prei is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Prei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prei
Where is Prei located?
Prei village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prei?
The Gram Panchayat of Prei is Parei.
What is the pincode of Prei?
The pincode of Prei is 176206.
What is the population of Prei?
Prei has a total population of 549, including 255 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Prei?
There are 141 households in Prei.
What is the literacy rate in Prei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prei is 81.79%. Male literacy is 87.45% and female literacy is 76.87%.