Gharun
About Gharun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gharun village is 011644. Gharun village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Gharun village. As per 2009 stats, Rumehar is the gram panchayat of Gharun village.
The total geographical area of village is 70.93 hectares. Gharun has a total population of 747 peoples, out of which male population is 366 while female population is 381. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gharun village is 77.78% out of which 78.96% males and 76.64% females are literate. There are about 167 houses in gharun village. Pincode of gharun village locality is 176102.
When it comes to administration, Gharun 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, Gharun village comes under Sullah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to gharun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gharun
The population details of Gharun 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 | 747 | 366 | 381 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 289 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 77 | 89 |
Connectivity of Gharun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gharun
Where is Gharun located?
Gharun village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharun?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharun is Rumehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gharun?
The pincode of Gharun is 176102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharun is 747, with 366 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gharun village has a total of 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharun is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.96%, while the female literacy rate is 76.64%.