Gharhella Kalan - Thural, Kangra
Gharhella Kalan is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bachhwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharhella Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharhella Kalan is 011083. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.11 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Gharhella Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharhella Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gharhella Kalan village had a total population of 263 people, including 108 males and 155 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,435 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 77.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 263 | 108 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 40 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 90 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 18 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gharhella Kalan
Gharhella Kalan 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 Gharhella Kalan
Gharhella Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gharhella Kalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharhella Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharhella Kalan 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 Gharhella Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharhella Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gharhella Kalan
Where is Gharhella Kalan located?
Gharhella Kalan village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gharhella Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharhella Kalan is Bachhwai.
What is the pincode of Gharhella Kalan?
The pincode of Gharhella Kalan is 176096.
What is the population of Gharhella Kalan?
Gharhella Kalan had a total population of 263, including 108 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Gharhella Kalan?
Gharhella Kalan had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gharhella Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharhella Kalan was 84.62%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 77.70%.