Ghayar - Thunag, Mandi
Ghayar is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Cheuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghayar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghayar is 015128. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Ghayar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghayar
As per Census 2011, Ghayar village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 187 males and 191 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghayar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 187 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 151 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 36 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Ghayar
Ghayar 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 Ghayar
Ghayar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Ghayar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghayar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghayar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghayar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghayar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghayar
Where is Ghayar located?
Ghayar village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghayar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghayar is Cheuni.
What is the pincode of Ghayar?
The pincode of Ghayar is 175048.
What is the population of Ghayar?
Ghayar has a total population of 378, including 187 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Ghayar?
There are 75 households in Ghayar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghayar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghayar is 67.46%. Male literacy is 80.75% and female literacy is 54.45%.