Phagurta - Thural, Kangra
Phagurta is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanhoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phagurta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phagurta is 011133. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.45 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Phagurta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phagurta
As per Census 2011, Phagurta village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 152 males and 193 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,269 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phagurta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 152 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 117 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Phagurta
Phagurta 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 Phagurta
Phagurta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Phagurta is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phagurta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phagurta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Phagurta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phagurta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phagurta
Where is Phagurta located?
Phagurta village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phagurta?
The Gram Panchayat of Phagurta is Sanhoon.
What is the pincode of Phagurta?
The pincode of Phagurta is 176107.
What is the population of Phagurta?
Phagurta has a total population of 345, including 152 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Phagurta?
There are 87 households in Phagurta.
What is the literacy rate in Phagurta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phagurta is 73.91%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 71.50%.