Pekha
About Pekha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pekha village is 026666. Pekha village is located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 154km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Pekha village. As per 2009 stats, Pekha Bp is the gram panchayat of Pekha village.
The total geographical area of village is 366.26 hectares. Pekha has a total population of 532 peoples, out of which male population is 291 while female population is 241. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 828 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pekha village is 62.97% out of which 68.04% males and 56.85% females are literate. There are about 94 houses in pekha village. Pincode of pekha village locality is 171208.
When it comes to administration, Pekha 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, Pekha village comes under Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Rohru is nearest town to pekha village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pekha
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 532 | 291 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 198 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 93 | 104 |
Connectivity of Pekha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pekha
Where is Pekha located?
Pekha village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekha is Pekha Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pekha?
The pincode of Pekha is 171208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pekha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekha is 532, with 291 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Pekha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pekha village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekha is 62.97%. The male literacy rate is 68.04%, while the female literacy rate is 56.85%.