Ghera

Ghera is a village located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 76km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Ghera village. As per 2009 stats, Dareen is the gram panchayat of Ghera village.

Here you can discover what makes Ghera unique in its vibrant Jawalamukhi-Kangra region. You’ll see Ghera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Ghera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghera is 010578. The village spans a total geographical area of 13.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176036. Nadaun is nearest town to Ghera village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Ghera 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 Jawalamukhi 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 Ghera

According to the 2011 Census, Ghera has a total population of about 111, with approximately 62 males and 49 females. The sex ratio is around 790 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.86%, with male literacy at about 79.03% and female literacy near 46.94%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 111 62 49
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 5 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 53 20 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 72 49 23
Illiterate Population 39 13 26

Connectivity of Ghera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghera. As per the 2011 stats, Ghera 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghera

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghera

Where is Ghera located?
Ghera village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghera is Dareen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghera?
The pincode of Ghera is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghera is 111, with 62 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Ghera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghera village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghera is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 79.03%, while the female literacy rate is 46.94%.