Ghalun
About Ghalun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghalun village is 011774. Ghalun village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Ghalun village. As per 2009 stats, Bhuana is the gram panchayat of Ghalun village.
The total geographical area of village is 56.18 hectares. Ghalun has a total population of 189 peoples, out of which male population is 89 while female population is 100. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1123 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghalun village is 77.25% out of which 84.27% males and 71.00% females are literate. There are about 50 houses in ghalun village. Pincode of ghalun village locality is 176076.
When it comes to administration, Ghalun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ghalun village comes under Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to ghalun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghalun
The population details of Ghalun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Connectivity of Ghalun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghalun
Where is Ghalun located?
Ghalun village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghalun?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghalun is Bhuana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghalun?
The pincode of Ghalun is 176076, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghalun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghalun is 189, with 89 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Ghalun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghalun village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghalun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghalun is 77.25%. The male literacy rate is 84.27%, while the female literacy rate is 71.00%.