Garrdhun
Garrdhun is a village located in Nadaun tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Nadaun. Nadaun is the sub-district headquarter of Garrdhun village. As per 2009 stats, Rail is the gram panchayat of Garrdhun village.
Here you can discover what makes Garrdhun unique in its vibrant Nadaun-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Garrdhun’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 Garrdhun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garrdhun is 016803. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177045. Nadaun is nearest town to Garrdhun village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Garrdhun 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 Nadaun 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 Garrdhun
Population of Garrdhun
According to the 2011 Census, Garrdhun has a total population of about 268, with approximately 120 males and 148 females. The sex ratio is around 1233 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 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 75.37%, with male literacy at about 85.00% and female literacy near 67.57%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garrdhun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 268 | 120 | 148 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 202 | 102 | 100 |
Illiterate Population | 66 | 18 | 48 |
Connectivity of Garrdhun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garrdhun. As per the 2011 stats, Garrdhun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garrdhun
Knowing the nearby villages of Garrdhun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garrdhun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garrdhun
- Where is Garrdhun located?
- Garrdhun village is situated in Nadaun Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garrdhun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garrdhun is Rail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garrdhun?
- The pincode of Garrdhun is 177045, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garrdhun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garrdhun is 268, with 120 males and 148 females.
- How many households are there in Garrdhun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garrdhun village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garrdhun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garrdhun is 75.37%. The male literacy rate is 85.00%, while the female literacy rate is 67.57%.