Gharahan
Gharahan is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Gharahan village. As per 2009 stats, Nakhlera is the gram panchayat of Gharahan village.
Gharahan has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Gharahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharahan is 019474. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174017. Naina Devi is nearest town to Gharahan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gharahan 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 Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gharahan
Population of Gharahan
Below is a concise population overview of Gharahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 262 | 134 | 128 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 198 | 112 | 86 |
Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gharahan village:
- The total population of Gharahan village is around 262, including approximately 134 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Gharahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gharahan village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gharahan village is about 75.57%, with male literacy at 83.58% and female literacy at 67.19%.
- There are around 61 households in Gharahan village.
Connectivity of Gharahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharahan. As per the 2011 stats, Gharahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharahan
- Where is Gharahan located?
- Gharahan village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharahan is Nakhlera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharahan?
- The pincode of Gharahan is 174017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharahan is 262, with 134 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Gharahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharahan village has a total of 61 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharahan is 75.57%. The male literacy rate is 83.58%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.