Pharala
Pharala is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Pharala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pharala unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Pharala’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 Pharala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pharala is 032151. The village spans a total geographical area of 822 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144503. Phagwara is nearest town to Pharala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pharala
Population of Pharala
According to the 2011 Census, Pharala has a total population of about 3,226, with approximately 1,639 males and 1,587 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,317 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 74.77%, with male literacy at about 78.04% and female literacy near 71.39%. There are around 669 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pharala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,226 | 1,639 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,317 | 690 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,412 | 1,279 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 360 | 454 |
Connectivity of Pharala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pharala. As per the 2011 stats, Pharala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pharala
Knowing the nearby villages of Pharala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pharala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pharala
- Where is Pharala located?
- Pharala village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pharala?
- Pharala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pharala?
- The pincode of Pharala is 144503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pharala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pharala is 3,226, with 1,639 males and 1,587 females.
- How many households are there in Pharala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pharala village has a total of 669 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pharala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pharala is 74.77%. The male literacy rate is 78.04%, while the female literacy rate is 71.39%.