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.

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

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Population of Ghoran

According to the 2011 Census, Ghoran has a total population of about 972, with approximately 495 males and 477 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 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 80.66%, with male literacy at about 84.24% and female literacy near 76.94%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghoran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.