Ghoran
Ghoran is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Ghoran village. As per 2009 stats, Ghoran village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghoran has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghoran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghoran is 008389. The village spans a total geographical area of 341.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176204. Pathankot is nearest town to Ghoran village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghoran 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 Indora 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.
Google Map of Ghoran
Population of Ghoran
Below is a concise population overview of Ghoran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 495 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 784 | 417 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 78 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghoran village:
- The total population of Ghoran village is around 972, including approximately 495 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Ghoran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghoran village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ghoran village is about 80.66%, with male literacy at 84.24% and female literacy at 76.94%.
- There are around 189 households in Ghoran village.
Connectivity of Ghoran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghoran. As per the 2011 stats, Ghoran 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghoran
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghoran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghoran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghoran
- Where is Ghoran located?
- Ghoran village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghoran?
- Ghoran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghoran?
- The pincode of Ghoran is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghoran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghoran is 972, with 495 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Ghoran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghoran village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghoran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghoran is 80.66%. The male literacy rate is 84.24%, while the female literacy rate is 76.94%.