Ghalour Upperla - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Ghalour Upperla is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghallour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghalour Upperla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghalour Upperla is 010484. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.13 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Ghalour Upperla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghalour Upperla
As per Census 2011, Ghalour Upperla village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 234 males and 242 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghalour Upperla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 234 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 39 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Ghalour Upperla
Ghalour Upperla 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 Ghalour Upperla
Ghalour Upperla 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 Ghalour Upperla is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghalour Upperla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghalour Upperla 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 Ghalour Upperla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghalour Upperla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghalour Upperla
Where is Ghalour Upperla located?
Ghalour Upperla village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghalour Upperla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghalour Upperla is Ghallour.
What is the pincode of Ghalour Upperla?
The pincode of Ghalour Upperla is 176031.
What is the population of Ghalour Upperla?
Ghalour Upperla has a total population of 476, including 234 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Ghalour Upperla?
There are 98 households in Ghalour Upperla.
What is the literacy rate in Ghalour Upperla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghalour Upperla is 78.15%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 73.14%.