Ghanala
Ghanala is a village located in Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 120km away from district headquarter Sandhol. Sandhol is the sub-district headquarter of Ghanala village. As per 2009 stats, Ghanala Dpr is the gram panchayat of Ghanala village.
Ghanala has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Ghanala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghanala is 013583. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176090. Palampur is nearest town to Ghanala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghanala 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 Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghanala
Population of Ghanala
Below is a concise population overview of Ghanala 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 | 932 | 437 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 134 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 697 | 365 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 72 | 163 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghanala village:
- The total population of Ghanala village is around 932, including approximately 437 males and 495 females, with a sex ratio of 1132 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Ghanala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghanala village has 269 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ghanala village is about 74.79%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 67.07%.
- There are around 262 households in Ghanala village.
Connectivity of Ghanala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghanala. As per the 2011 stats, Ghanala 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghanala
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghanala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghanala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghanala
- Where is Ghanala located?
- Ghanala village is situated in Sandhol Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghanala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghanala is Ghanala Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghanala?
- The pincode of Ghanala is 176090, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghanala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghanala is 932, with 437 males and 495 females.
- How many households are there in Ghanala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghanala village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghanala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghanala is 74.79%. The male literacy rate is 83.52%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.