Ghuwandal - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Ghuwandal is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghuwandal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghuwandal is 019578. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.26 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Ghuwandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghuwandal
As per Census 2011, Ghuwandal village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 58 males and 57 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghuwandal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 53 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 5 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Ghuwandal
Ghuwandal 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 Ghuwandal
Ghuwandal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Ghuwandal is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Ghuwandal is about 26 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 Ghuwandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghuwandal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghuwandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghuwandal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghuwandal
Where is Ghuwandal located?
Ghuwandal village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghuwandal?
Ghuwandal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghuwandal?
The pincode of Ghuwandal is 174310.
What is the population of Ghuwandal?
Ghuwandal has a total population of 115, including 58 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Ghuwandal?
There are 29 households in Ghuwandal.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuwandal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuwandal is 77.39%. Male literacy is 91.38% and female literacy is 63.16%.