Ghiana Kalan

Ghiana Kalan is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Ghiana Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Barwala is the gram panchayat of Ghiana Kalan village.

Ghiana Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ghiana Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghiana Kalan is 009607. The village spans a total geographical area of 23.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176001. Yol is nearest town to Ghiana Kalan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Ghiana Kalan 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 Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ghiana Kalan

Below is a concise population overview of Ghiana Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 362 180 182
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 16 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 277 151 126
Illiterate Population 85 29 56

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghiana Kalan village:

  • The total population of Ghiana Kalan village is around 362, including approximately 180 males and 182 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Ghiana Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghiana Kalan village has 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghiana Kalan village is about 76.52%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 69.23%.
  • There are around 81 households in Ghiana Kalan village.

Connectivity of Ghiana Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghiana Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Ghiana Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Ghiana Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghiana Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghiana Kalan.

Diktu Ghaihr Chakban Barida Khola Chakban Ghiana Kalan Anjani Barwala Khas Chhainti Braih Chakban Barbala Banorru Chakban Tangroti

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghiana Kalan

Where is Ghiana Kalan located?
Ghiana Kalan village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghiana Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghiana Kalan is Barwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghiana Kalan?
The pincode of Ghiana Kalan is 176001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghiana Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghiana Kalan is 362, with 180 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Ghiana Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghiana Kalan village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghiana Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghiana Kalan is 76.52%. The male literacy rate is 83.89%, while the female literacy rate is 69.23%.