Pekhra
About Pekhra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pekhra village is 013189. Pekhra village is located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Pekhra village. As per 2009 stats, Kathog Drg is the gram panchayat of Pekhra village.
The total geographical area of village is 93 hectares. Pekhra has a total population of 252 peoples, out of which male population is 119 while female population is 133. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1117 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pekhra village is 63.10% out of which 73.95% males and 53.38% females are literate. There are about 47 houses in pekhra village. Pincode of pekhra village locality is 176121.
When it comes to administration, Pekhra 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, Pekhra village comes under Darang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Mandi is nearest town to pekhra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pekhra
The population details of Pekhra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 119 | 133 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 31 | 62 |
Connectivity of Pekhra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pekhra
Where is Pekhra located?
Pekhra village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekhra is Kathog Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pekhra?
The pincode of Pekhra is 176121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pekhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekhra is 252, with 119 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Pekhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pekhra village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekhra is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.95%, while the female literacy rate is 53.38%.