Gharun
About Gharun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gharun village is 011365. Gharun village is located in Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Jaisinghpur. Jaisinghpur is the sub-district headquarter of Gharun village. As per 2009 stats, Talwar is the gram panchayat of Gharun village.
The total geographical area of village is 37.37 hectares. Gharun has a total population of 243 peoples, out of which male population is 115 while female population is 128. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1113 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gharun village is 79.84% out of which 82.61% males and 77.34% females are literate. There are about 53 houses in gharun village. Pincode of gharun village locality is 176096.
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 Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur 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 | 243 | 115 | 128 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
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 Jaisinghpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharun?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharun is Talwar (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 176096, 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 243, with 115 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gharun village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharun is 79.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 77.34%.