Tharu
About Tharu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tharu village is 009412. Tharu village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Tharu village. As per 2009 stats, Tharu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 296.02 hectares. Tharu has a total population of 998 peoples, out of which male population is 497 while female population is 501. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1008 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tharu village is 71.24% out of which 78.27% males and 64.27% females are literate. There are about 220 houses in tharu village. Pincode of tharu village locality is 176217.
When it comes to administration, Tharu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Tharu village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to tharu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Tharu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 | 497 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 389 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 108 | 179 |
Connectivity of Tharu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tharu
Where is Tharu located?
Tharu village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharu?
Tharu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tharu?
The pincode of Tharu is 176217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tharu is 998, with 497 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Tharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tharu village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tharu is 71.24%. The male literacy rate is 78.27%, while the female literacy rate is 64.27%.