Ganah - Rey, Kangra
Ganah is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 99 km from Dharmsala. Hatli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganah is 008819. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.41 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Ganah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganah
According to the 2011 Census, Ganah village had a total population of 98 people, including 55 males and 43 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.05%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Ganah
Ganah is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ganah
Public transport in the Ganah is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ganah is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganah
Where is Ganah located?
Ganah village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganah?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganah is Hatli.
What is the pincode of Ganah?
The pincode of Ganah is 176058.
What is the population of Ganah?
Ganah had a total population of 98, including 55 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Ganah?
Ganah had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganah was 86.05%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 80.00%.