Ghar - Kotla, Kangra
Ghar is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharmsala. Ghar Bariyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghar is 009050. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.42 hectares and falls under the 176205 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Ghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghar village had a total population of 35 people, including 18 males and 17 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 68.75%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Ghar
Ghar 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 Ghar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ghar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghar
Where is Ghar located?
Ghar village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghar is Ghar Bariyal.
What is the pincode of Ghar?
The pincode of Ghar is 176205.
What is the population of Ghar?
Ghar had a total population of 35, including 18 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Ghar?
Ghar had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghar was 82.35%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 68.75%.