Pharal
Pharal is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Pharal village. As per 2009 stats, Malendi is the gram panchayat of Pharal village.
Pharal has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pharal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pharal is 023875. The village spans a total geographical area of 119 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172029. Narkanda is nearest town to Pharal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pharal
Population of Pharal
Below is a concise population overview of Pharal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 475 | 237 | 238 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 381 | 205 | 176 |
Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pharal village:
- The total population of Pharal village is around 475, including approximately 237 males and 238 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Pharal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pharal village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Pharal village is about 80.21%, with male literacy at 86.50% and female literacy at 73.95%.
- There are around 101 households in Pharal village.
Connectivity of Pharal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pharal. As per the 2011 stats, Pharal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pharal
Knowing the nearby villages of Pharal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pharal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pharal
- Where is Pharal located?
- Pharal village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pharal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pharal is Malendi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pharal?
- The pincode of Pharal is 172029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pharal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pharal is 475, with 237 males and 238 females.
- How many households are there in Pharal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pharal village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pharal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pharal is 80.21%. The male literacy rate is 86.50%, while the female literacy rate is 73.95%.