Pekha Dhar - Rohru, Shimla
Pekha Dhar is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khangteri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pekha Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pekha Dhar is 026423. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.25 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Pekha Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pekha Dhar
As per Census 2011, Pekha Dhar village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 77 males and 72 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pekha Dhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 59 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Pekha Dhar
Pekha Dhar 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 Pekha Dhar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pekha Dhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Pekha Dhar is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pekha Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pekha Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pekha Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pekha Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pekha Dhar
Where is Pekha Dhar located?
Pekha Dhar village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekha Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekha Dhar is Khangteri.
What is the pincode of Pekha Dhar?
The pincode of Pekha Dhar is 171207.
What is the population of Pekha Dhar?
Pekha Dhar has a total population of 149, including 77 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Pekha Dhar?
There are 31 households in Pekha Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Pekha Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pekha Dhar is 65.77%. Male literacy is 76.62% and female literacy is 54.17%.