Gharthun
About Gharthun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gharthun village is 011542. Gharthun village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Gharthun village. As per 2009 stats, Kauna is the gram panchayat of Gharthun village.
The total geographical area of village is 44.29 hectares. Gharthun has a total population of 665 peoples, out of which male population is 307 while female population is 358. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1166 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gharthun village is 73.98% out of which 82.08% males and 67.04% females are literate. There are about 152 houses in gharthun village. Pincode of gharthun village locality is 176059.
When it comes to administration, Gharthun 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, Gharthun village comes under Sullah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to gharthun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gharthun
The population details of Gharthun 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 | 665 | 307 | 358 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 252 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 55 | 118 |
Connectivity of Gharthun
| 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 Gharthun
Where is Gharthun located?
Gharthun village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharthun?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharthun is Kauna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gharthun?
The pincode of Gharthun is 176059, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gharthun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharthun is 665, with 307 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Gharthun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gharthun village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharthun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharthun is 73.98%. The male literacy rate is 82.08%, while the female literacy rate is 67.04%.