Ghandalwin - Bharari, Bilaspur
Ghandalwin is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghandalwin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghandalwin is 019144. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Ghandalwin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghandalwin
As per Census 2011, Ghandalwin village has a total population of 1,082 people, consisting of 517 males and 565 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghandalwin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,082 | 517 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 51 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 78 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 442 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 75 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Ghandalwin
Ghandalwin 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 Ghandalwin
Ghandalwin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Ghandalwin is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghandalwin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghandalwin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghandalwin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghandalwin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghandalwin
Where is Ghandalwin located?
Ghandalwin village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghandalwin?
Ghandalwin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghandalwin?
The pincode of Ghandalwin is 174027.
What is the population of Ghandalwin?
Ghandalwin has a total population of 1,082, including 517 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Ghandalwin?
There are 259 households in Ghandalwin.
What is the literacy rate in Ghandalwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghandalwin is 79.76%. Male literacy is 85.49% and female literacy is 74.51%.