Ghathial Lahar - Thural, Kangra
Ghathial Lahar is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamal Lahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghathial Lahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghathial Lahar is 011095. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.57 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ghathial Lahar 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 Ghathial Lahar
According to the 2011 Census, Ghathial Lahar village had a total population of 56 people, including 29 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Ghathial Lahar
Ghathial Lahar 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 Ghathial Lahar
Ghathial Lahar 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 | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palampur to Ghathial Lahar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Ghathial Lahar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghathial Lahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghathial Lahar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghathial Lahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghathial Lahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghathial Lahar
Where is Ghathial Lahar located?
Ghathial Lahar village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghathial Lahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghathial Lahar is Dhamal Lahad.
What is the pincode of Ghathial Lahar?
The pincode of Ghathial Lahar is 176096.
What is the population of Ghathial Lahar?
Ghathial Lahar had a total population of 56, including 29 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Ghathial Lahar?
Ghathial Lahar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghathial Lahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghathial Lahar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.