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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghayar village had a total population of 378 people, including 187 males and 191 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 93.79% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 378 | 187 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 378, including 187 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Ghayar?
Ghayar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghayar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghayar was 77.98%. Male literacy was 93.79% and female literacy was 62.65%.