Pharach

Pharach is a village located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 115km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Pharach village. As per 2009 stats, Dhavas is the gram panchayat of Pharach village.

Here you can discover what makes Pharach unique in its vibrant Chaupal-Shimla region. You’ll see Pharach’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Pharach

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pharach is 025560. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171211. Chaupal is nearest town to Pharach village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Pharach village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pharach

According to the 2011 Census, Pharach has a total population of about 86, with approximately 48 males and 38 females. The sex ratio is around 791 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 14 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.98%, with male literacy at about 64.58% and female literacy near 47.37%. There are around 16 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pharach's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 86 48 38
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 8 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 11 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 49 31 18
Illiterate Population 37 17 20

Connectivity of Pharach

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pharach. As per the 2011 stats, Pharach had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pharach

Knowing the nearby villages of Pharach helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pharach.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pharach

Where is Pharach located?
Pharach village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharach?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharach is Dhavas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pharach?
The pincode of Pharach is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pharach as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pharach is 86, with 48 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Pharach as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pharach village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharach as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pharach is 56.98%. The male literacy rate is 64.58%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.