Ghiot

Ghiot is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 135km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Ghiot village. As per 2009 stats, Sathana is the gram panchayat of Ghiot village.

Ghiot 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 Ghiot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghiot is 009028. The village spans a total geographical area of 23.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176025. Talwara is nearest town to Ghiot village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Ghiot 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 Fatehpur 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 Ghiot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 290 148 142
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 13 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 141 71 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 234 126 108
Illiterate Population 56 22 34

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

  • The total population of Ghiot village is around 290, including approximately 148 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Ghiot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghiot village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghiot village is about 80.69%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 76.06%.
  • There are around 61 households in Ghiot village.

Connectivity of Ghiot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghiot. As per the 2011 stats, Ghiot 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 Ghiot

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghiot

Where is Ghiot located?
Ghiot village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghiot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghiot is Sathana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghiot?
The pincode of Ghiot is 176025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghiot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghiot is 290, with 148 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Ghiot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghiot village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghiot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghiot is 80.69%. The male literacy rate is 85.14%, while the female literacy rate is 76.06%.