Ghatarda
Ghatarda is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Ghatarda village. As per 2009 stats, Rirakmaar is the gram panchayat of Ghatarda village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghatarda unique in its vibrant Shahpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Ghatarda’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 Ghatarda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatarda is 009325. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 126204. Kangra is nearest town to Ghatarda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghatarda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghatarda
Population of Ghatarda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatarda has a total population of about 195, with approximately 109 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 788 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 90 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.87%, with male literacy at about 64.22% and female literacy near 43.02%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghatarda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 195 | 109 | 86 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
Literate Population | 107 | 70 | 37 |
Illiterate Population | 88 | 39 | 49 |
Connectivity of Ghatarda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghatarda. As per the 2011 stats, Ghatarda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghatarda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghatarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghatarda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatarda
- Where is Ghatarda located?
- Ghatarda village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghatarda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghatarda is Rirakmaar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghatarda?
- The pincode of Ghatarda is 126204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghatarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatarda is 195, with 109 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Ghatarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghatarda village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghatarda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatarda is 54.87%. The male literacy rate is 64.22%, while the female literacy rate is 43.02%.