Ghugar
Ghugar is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Ghugar village. As per 2009 stats, Bandla is the gram panchayat of Ghugar village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghugar unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Ghugar’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 Ghugar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghugar is 011579. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176061. Palampur is nearest town to Ghugar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghugar
Population of Ghugar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghugar has a total population of about 3,225, with approximately 1,683 males and 1,542 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,094 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 49. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.06%, with male literacy at about 86.39% and female literacy near 81.52%. There are around 803 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghugar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,225 | 1,683 | 1,542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 156 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,094 | 552 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 2,711 | 1,454 | 1,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 229 | 285 |
Connectivity of Ghugar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghugar. As per the 2011 stats, Ghugar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghugar
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghugar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghugar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghugar
- Where is Ghugar located?
- Ghugar village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghugar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghugar is Bandla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghugar?
- The pincode of Ghugar is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghugar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghugar is 3,225, with 1,683 males and 1,542 females.
- How many households are there in Ghugar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghugar village has a total of 803 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghugar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghugar is 84.06%. The male literacy rate is 86.39%, while the female literacy rate is 81.52%.