Gharthoon
Gharthoon is a village located in Thural tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Thural. Thural is the sub-district headquarter of Gharthoon village. As per 2009 stats, Kauna is the gram panchayat of Gharthoon village.
Gharthoon has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gharthoon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharthoon is 011098. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176107. Palampur is nearest town to Gharthoon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gharthoon 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 Sullah 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 Gharthoon
Population of Gharthoon
Below is a concise population overview of Gharthoon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 124 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 209 | 97 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gharthoon village:
- The total population of Gharthoon village is around 273, including approximately 124 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 1201 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Gharthoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gharthoon village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gharthoon village is about 76.56%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 75.17%.
- There are around 69 households in Gharthoon village.
Connectivity of Gharthoon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharthoon. As per the 2011 stats, Gharthoon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharthoon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharthoon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharthoon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharthoon
- Where is Gharthoon located?
- Gharthoon village is situated in Thural Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharthoon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharthoon is Kauna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharthoon?
- The pincode of Gharthoon is 176107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharthoon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharthoon is 273, with 124 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Gharthoon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharthoon village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharthoon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharthoon is 76.56%. The male literacy rate is 78.23%, while the female literacy rate is 75.17%.