Gharoon - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Gharoon is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Talwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharoon is 011365. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.37 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Gharoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharoon
As per Census 2011, Gharoon village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 115 males and 128 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 115 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Gharoon
Gharoon 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 Gharoon
Gharoon 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 Gharoon is about 80 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 Gharoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gharoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gharoon
Where is Gharoon located?
Gharoon village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharoon is Talwar.
What is the pincode of Gharoon?
The pincode of Gharoon is 176096.
What is the population of Gharoon?
Gharoon has a total population of 243, including 115 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Gharoon?
There are 53 households in Gharoon.
What is the literacy rate in Gharoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharoon is 79.84%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 77.34%.