Ghurnon
Ghurnon is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Ghurnon village. As per 2009 stats, Khel is the gram panchayat of Ghurnon village.
Ghurnon 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 Ghurnon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurnon is 008646. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176200. Nurpur is nearest town to Ghurnon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghurnon 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 Nurpur 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 Ghurnon
Population of Ghurnon
Below is a concise population overview of Ghurnon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 62 | 30 | 32 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Literate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghurnon village:
- The total population of Ghurnon village is around 62, including approximately 30 males and 32 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Ghurnon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghurnon village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghurnon village is about 72.58%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 68.75%.
- There are around 11 households in Ghurnon village.
Connectivity of Ghurnon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghurnon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghurnon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Ghurnon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghurnon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghurnon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurnon
- Where is Ghurnon located?
- Ghurnon village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghurnon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghurnon is Khel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghurnon?
- The pincode of Ghurnon is 176200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghurnon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurnon is 62, with 30 males and 32 females.
- How many households are there in Ghurnon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghurnon village has a total of 11 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghurnon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurnon is 72.58%. The male literacy rate is 76.67%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.