Ghangot Kalan
Ghangot Kalan is a village located in Barsar tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 44km away from district headquarter Barsar. Barsar is the sub-district headquarter of Ghangot Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Ghangot Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghangot Kalan unique in its vibrant Barsar-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Ghangot Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghangot Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghangot Kalan is 017461. The village spans a total geographical area of 269 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174309. Talai is nearest town to Ghangot Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghangot Kalan 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 Barsar 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 Ghangot Kalan
Population of Ghangot Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ghangot Kalan has a total population of about 754, with approximately 367 males and 387 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.08%, with male literacy at about 88.83% and female literacy near 79.59%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghangot Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 367 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 634 | 326 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 41 | 79 |
Connectivity of Ghangot Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghangot Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghangot Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghangot Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghangot Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghangot Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghangot Kalan
- Where is Ghangot Kalan located?
- Ghangot Kalan village is situated in Barsar Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghangot Kalan?
- Ghangot Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghangot Kalan?
- The pincode of Ghangot Kalan is 174309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghangot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghangot Kalan is 754, with 367 males and 387 females.
- How many households are there in Ghangot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghangot Kalan village has a total of 168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghangot Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghangot Kalan is 84.08%. The male literacy rate is 88.83%, while the female literacy rate is 79.59%.