Ghera - Bharoli, Kangra
Ghera is a village situated in the Bharoli tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 76 km from Dharmsala. Gugana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghera is 010578. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.46 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Ghera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghera
According to the 2011 Census, Ghera village had a total population of 111 people, including 62 males and 49 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 51.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 49 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Ghera
Ghera 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 Ghera
Ghera 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 Dharmsala to Ghera is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghera
Where is Ghera located?
Ghera village is located in Bharoli Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghera is Gugana.
What is the pincode of Ghera?
The pincode of Ghera is 176036.
What is the population of Ghera?
Ghera had a total population of 111, including 62 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Ghera?
Ghera had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghera was 70.59%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 51.11%.