Ghadetra - Saluni, Chamba
Ghadetra is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghadetra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghadetra is 007147. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.21 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Ghadetra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ghadetra
As per Census 2011, Ghadetra village has a total population of 413 people, consisting of 214 males and 199 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghadetra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 214 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 147 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 67 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Ghadetra
Ghadetra 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 Ghadetra
Ghadetra 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 Chamba to Ghadetra is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghadetra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghadetra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghadetra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghadetra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghadetra
Where is Ghadetra located?
Ghadetra village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghadetra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghadetra is Kihar.
What is the pincode of Ghadetra?
The pincode of Ghadetra is 176320.
What is the population of Ghadetra?
Ghadetra has a total population of 413, including 214 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Ghadetra?
There are 69 households in Ghadetra.
What is the literacy rate in Ghadetra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghadetra is 58.60%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 47.74%.