Gharota - Dalhousie, Chamba
Gharota is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Ruliyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharota is 007454. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.21 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gharota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharota
According to the 2011 Census, Gharota village had a total population of 425 people, including 197 males and 228 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.96%, with male literacy at 90.23% and female literacy at 60.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 197 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 197 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 157 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 40 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Gharota
Gharota 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 Gharota
Public transport in the Gharota is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gharota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Gharota is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Gharota is about 38 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 Gharota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gharota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gharota
Where is Gharota located?
Gharota village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gharota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharota is Ruliyani.
What is the pincode of Gharota?
The pincode of Gharota is 176303.
What is the population of Gharota?
Gharota had a total population of 425, including 197 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Gharota?
Gharota had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharota was 73.96%. Male literacy was 90.23% and female literacy was 60.48%.