Gharela

Gharela is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Gharela village. As per 2009 stats, Bharog Lahar is the gram panchayat of Gharela village.

Here you can discover what makes Gharela unique in its vibrant Khundian-Kangra region. You’ll see Gharela’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 Gharela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharela is 010977. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176030. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Gharela village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gharela 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 Gharela

According to the 2011 Census, Gharela has a total population of about 42, with approximately 21 males and 21 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.81%, with male literacy at about 71.43% and female literacy near 76.19%. There are around 11 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 42 21 21
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 6 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 31 15 16
Illiterate Population 11 6 5

Connectivity of Gharela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharela. As per the 2011 stats, Gharela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gharela

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gharela

Where is Gharela located?
Gharela village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharela?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharela is Bharog Lahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gharela?
The pincode of Gharela is 176030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gharela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharela is 42, with 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Gharela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gharela village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharela is 73.81%. The male literacy rate is 71.43%, while the female literacy rate is 76.19%.