Gharun
About Gharun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gharun village is 010460. Gharun village is located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Gharun village. As per 2009 stats, Dohag Dehriyan is the gram panchayat of Gharun village.
The total geographical area of village is 98.68 hectares. Gharun has a total population of 376 peoples, out of which male population is 185 while female population is 191. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1032 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gharun village is 78.72% out of which 84.32% males and 73.30% females are literate. There are about 88 houses in gharun village. Pincode of gharun village locality is 176029.
When it comes to administration, Gharun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gharun village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to gharun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gharun
The population details of Gharun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 185 | 191 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 296 | 156 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 29 | 51 |
Connectivity of Gharun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gharun
Where is Gharun located?
Gharun village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharun?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharun is Dohag Dehriyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gharun?
The pincode of Gharun is 176029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharun is 376, with 185 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gharun village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharun is 78.72%. The male literacy rate is 84.32%, while the female literacy rate is 73.30%.