Ghati Bilwan - Jaswan, Kangra
Ghati Bilwan is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghati Bilwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghati Bilwan is 010607. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.53 hectares and falls under the 176501 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Ghati Bilwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghati Bilwan
As per Census 2011, Ghati Bilwan village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 321 males and 300 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghati Bilwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 321 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 131 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 261 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 60 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Ghati Bilwan
Ghati Bilwan 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 Ghati Bilwan
Ghati Bilwan 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 | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ghati Bilwan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghati Bilwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghati Bilwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghati Bilwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghati Bilwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghati Bilwan
Where is Ghati Bilwan located?
Ghati Bilwan village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghati Bilwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghati Bilwan is Ghati.
What is the pincode of Ghati Bilwan?
The pincode of Ghati Bilwan is 176501.
What is the population of Ghati Bilwan?
Ghati Bilwan has a total population of 621, including 321 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Ghati Bilwan?
There are 138 households in Ghati Bilwan.
What is the literacy rate in Ghati Bilwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghati Bilwan is 79.39%. Male literacy is 81.31% and female literacy is 77.33%.