Ghangol - Chadiyar, Kangra
Ghangol is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 81 km from Dharmsala. Dhandol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghangol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghangol is 011993. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.89 hectares and falls under the 176128 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Ghangol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghangol
According to the 2011 Census, Ghangol village had a total population of 92 people, including 39 males and 53 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,359 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.21%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 71.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 92 | 39 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Ghangol
Ghangol 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 Ghangol
Public transport in the Ghangol 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 Ghangol is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghangol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghangol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghangol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghangol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghangol
Where is Ghangol located?
Ghangol village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghangol?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghangol is Dhandol.
What is the pincode of Ghangol?
The pincode of Ghangol is 176128.
What is the population of Ghangol?
Ghangol had a total population of 92, including 39 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Ghangol?
Ghangol had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghangol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghangol was 78.21%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 71.11%.