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
As per Census 2011, Ghera village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 62 males and 49 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| 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 has a total population of 111, including 62 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Ghera?
There are 24 households in Ghera.
What is the literacy rate in Ghera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghera is 64.86%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 46.94%.