Ghichna
About Ghichna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghichna village is 025390. Ghichna village is located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 110km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Ghichna village. As per 2009 stats, Makdog is the gram panchayat of Ghichna village.
The total geographical area of village is 220 hectares. Ghichna has a total population of 351 peoples, out of which male population is 184 while female population is 167. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 907 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghichna village is 71.79% out of which 80.43% males and 62.28% females are literate. There are about 82 houses in ghichna village. Pincode of ghichna village locality is 171211.
When it comes to administration, Ghichna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ghichna village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to ghichna village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghichna
The population details of Ghichna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 184 | 167 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 252 | 148 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 36 | 63 |
Connectivity of Ghichna
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ghichna
Where is Ghichna located?
Ghichna village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghichna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghichna is Makdog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghichna?
The pincode of Ghichna is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghichna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghichna is 351, with 184 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Ghichna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghichna village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghichna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghichna is 71.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 62.28%.