Gharan
Gharan is a village located in Hamirpur tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Hamirpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gharan village. As per 2009 stats, Farnol is the gram panchayat of Gharan village.
Gharan has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur 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 Gharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharan is 017237. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177001. Hamirpur is nearest town to Gharan village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Gharan village comes under Hamirpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Gharan
Below is a concise population overview of Gharan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 229 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 401 | 191 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 38 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gharan village:
- The total population of Gharan village is around 478, including approximately 229 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Gharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gharan village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gharan village is about 83.89%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 84.34%.
- There are around 106 households in Gharan village.
Connectivity of Gharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharan. As per the 2011 stats, Gharan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharan
- Where is Gharan located?
- Gharan village is situated in Hamirpur Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharan is Farnol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharan?
- The pincode of Gharan is 177001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharan is 478, with 229 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Gharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharan village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharan is 83.89%. The male literacy rate is 83.41%, while the female literacy rate is 84.34%.