Pekha Dhar

Pekha Dhar is a village located in Rohru tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Rohru. Rohru is the sub-district headquarter of Pekha Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Khangteri Bp is the gram panchayat of Pekha Dhar village.

Pekha Dhar 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 Pekha Dhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pekha Dhar is 026423. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171225. Rohru is nearest town to Pekha Dhar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Pekha Dhar 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 Rohru 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 Pekha Dhar

Below is a concise population overview of Pekha Dhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 149 77 72
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 10 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 36 20 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 98 59 39
Illiterate Population 51 18 33

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pekha Dhar village:

  • The total population of Pekha Dhar village is around 149, including approximately 77 males and 72 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Pekha Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pekha Dhar village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pekha Dhar village is about 65.77%, with male literacy at 76.62% and female literacy at 54.17%.
  • There are around 31 households in Pekha Dhar village.

Connectivity of Pekha Dhar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Pekha Dhar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pekha Dhar

Where is Pekha Dhar located?
Pekha Dhar village is situated in Rohru Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekha Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekha Dhar is Khangteri Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pekha Dhar?
The pincode of Pekha Dhar is 171225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pekha Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekha Dhar is 149, with 77 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Pekha Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pekha Dhar village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekha Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekha Dhar is 65.77%. The male literacy rate is 76.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.17%.