Gangheri
Gangheri is a village located in Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pehowa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Gangheri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangheri unique in its vibrant Pehowa-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Gangheri’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 Gangheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangheri is 058392. The village spans a total geographical area of 397 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136129. Pehowa is nearest town to Gangheri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gangheri 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 Pehowa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangheri
Population of Gangheri
According to the 2011 Census, Gangheri has a total population of about 1,529, with approximately 805 males and 724 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 538 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 57.55%, with male literacy at about 64.10% and female literacy near 50.28%. There are around 326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,529 | 805 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 279 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 880 | 516 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 289 | 360 |
Connectivity of Gangheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangheri. As per the 2011 stats, Gangheri 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangheri
- Where is Gangheri located?
- Gangheri village is situated in Pehowa Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangheri?
- Gangheri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangheri?
- The pincode of Gangheri is 136129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangheri is 1,529, with 805 males and 724 females.
- How many households are there in Gangheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangheri village has a total of 326 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangheri is 57.55%. The male literacy rate is 64.10%, while the female literacy rate is 50.28%.